Industrial Engineering (Full-time) (MSc)
The MSc in Industrial Engineering programme at UWTSD is designed to help you build essential skills for today’s complex industrial environment. Whether you have a degree in Mechanical, Civil, Design, or Manufacturing Engineering, or you are an experienced manager, this course provides a pathway for you to gain advanced knowledge in Industrial Engineering and develop expertise in high-demand areas.
With a focus on the essential skills required by industrial engineers, you’ll be introduced to areas such as lean Six Sigma principles, and Supply Chain Management, and Procurement.
The programme takes a practical approach, featuring modules that introduce key concepts like Process Optimisation and Systems Engineering. Additionally, you will learn techniques to make manufacturing processes more efficient and sustainable, which is vital in today’s competitive industries. You will also develop Project Management capabilities, gaining the skills to oversee and manage complex projects, from planning through to completion.
As a graduate of this MSc, you will leave with a well-rounded skill set that meets the high expectations of industry leaders. The programme’s focus on skills that are highly sought after by employers ensures you are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in the field.
Course details
- On-campus
- Full-time
- English
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
At UWTSD, our learning and teaching philosophy centres on practical engagement and real-world application. We believe in equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, fostering critical thinking and innovation. This programme reflects the growing demand for industrial engineering specialists and examines key subject areas essential for success in the field.
You will develop essential skills in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, gaining an understanding of the complexities involved and how to optimise procurement strategies. The Lean Six Sigma module will enhance your skills in quality management and process improvement.
You will also focus on Project Management, acquiring the ability to oversee projects from initiation to completion while effectively managing resources. In Business Analytics, you will learn to analyse data for informed decision-making. The Robotics and Automation in Operations module will demonstrate how automation technologies are transforming manufacturing and service environments.
The programme embraces Sustainable Operations Management, teaching you to implement environmentally friendly practices. Finally, you will develop research skills in the Research Methods module, which will support your Master’s Project, allowing you to apply your knowledge to a real-world industrial engineering challenge. Through this comprehensive approach, you will be well-prepared to meet the demands of the industry.
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Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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2:2 honours degree 
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or UWTSD recognised equivalent.
Alternative entry routes 
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Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree.
Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Admissions Advice and Support 
For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
English language requirements 
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses.
Visa and funding requirements 
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
For full information read our visa application and guides. â¶Ä¯â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
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Assessment on the masters’ programme is a mixture of written assessments, examinations and presentations. A typical assessment could be asking you to investigate an Industry-based problem and make suggestions for improvement utilising tools and techniques you learnt in a particular module or across the programme.
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It is possible to complete the course without incurring any additional costs, but students should expect to have to pay for costs incurred through project meetings in companies and student visits.
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Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.
If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.
We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.
Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities
There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Opportunities to Learn Welsh
We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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This programme provides graduates with a wide range of professional skills and competencies that are transferable within business sectors and from sector to sector. Students develop oral and written skills to enable enabling individuals to grow in confidence through the programme of study.
Typical career opportunities are shift manager, production supervisor, engineering manager, quality manager, planning and scheduling manager, operations manager/director.
All our graduates who have studied similar part-time masters’ have received promotion while studying, or after completing their studies, which they have attributed to their qualification.
Younger graduates benefited from enhanced employment prospects and found that they were able to gain employment as a line engineer, quality engineer and supply chain specialist.
A number of major companies have now recognised this course as a key requisite in order to gain promotion or hold a particular role.