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University of Birmingham: Railway Safety and Control Systems
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Shape the future of rail safety and control systems around the world. Delve deeper into railway communications and risk management as you prepare to join the next generation of industry leaders.
With a large and diverse railway research and education group, you'll learn from experts and have great links into industry. You'll delve into risk and safety management or railway communications and understand how major projects succeed or fail. Study the fundamentals through to the latest research and industrial applications and get set for an exciting career.
Accredited programme This degree programme is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council, as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Course highlights Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of railway systems, exploring their intricate interactions through sponsored projects on a global scale. you'll collaborate directly with industry leads, through our state-of-the-art UK Rail Research and Innovation Network (UKRRIN) Centre of Excellence in Digital Systems (CEDS).
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Study flexibly with our distance-learning study mode.
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Benefit from our cutting-edge research centre and facilities.
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Work on worldwide sponsored projects.
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Learn through our unique interdisciplinary approach.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Engineering, Physics, Economics or Mathematics). All applicants will be asked to attend an interview to support their application and determine their suitability to the programme. Practical experience will also be taken into account. If you have no or limited industry experience you will be required to attend the introductory course. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Engineering, Physics, Economics or Mathematics). All applicants will be asked to attend an interview to support their application and determine their suitability to the programme. Practical experience will also be taken into account. If you have no or limited industry experience you will be required to attend the introductory course. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Our high-quality teaching and supervision will help you take your skills and career to the next level.
Here, you’ll feel engaged, motivated and challenged, as part of our inclusive community that has a strong research culture. At Birmingham, we’ll support your health, wellbeing and personal development. While our professional and academic careers services will help you take the next step. This is your time. This is your place.
With more than 600 taught programmes and a range of research opportunities to choose from, Birmingham is one of the most popular UK universities for postgraduate study.
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