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University of Hertfordshire: Mechanical Engineering with Extended Professional Practice
| Institution | University of Hertfordshire |
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| Department | Mechanical |
| Web | http://www.herts.ac.uk |
| ask@herts.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01707 284800 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Extended Professional Practice award provides you with the opportunity of a placement, working in a relevant engineering environment to further develop the knowledge and skills you gain from the taught modules. The placement takes place during the first two semesters of the second year of enrolment, after which you’ll return to complete your MSc Individual Project. It's up to you to secure a suitable placement, although the Careers and Employment service is here to support you throughout the process.
This programme has been developed to meet the growing need for postgraduate skills within the engineering industry, and the demand for professional development for graduate engineers. The programme integrates mechanical engineering subjects with key generic skills in management and research methods. This approach will help to develop your critical thinking skills as a future engineering manager, or technical specialist enabling you to effectively analyse technical and management issues.
The University of Hertfordshire has a worldwide reputation for excellence in applied mechanical engineering. This international reputation will give you the opportunity to study with graduates from universities worldwide. You will benefit from the expertise of industry guest speakers where relevant.
The programme will:
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provide education and experience to support your professional employment and career development within the industry
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focus on the links between engineering analysis and design and supporting management skills management
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provide a blend of knowledge and application experience through case studies and project work
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equip you with the theory and practice of relevant subjects, technologies and analytical tools to provide solutions for mechanical and related manufacturing problems.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | An Honours degree (at least 2.2 or above) in aerospace or aerospace systems engineering. Other disciplines may be considered. International qualifications will be considered on the basis of their equivalence to UK qualifications, typically guided by a resource such as the National Academic Recognition Information centre (NARIC). Candidates will be required to demonstrate a suitable level of proficiency in written and spoken English. An IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) would typically be required from candidates whose 1st language is not English. Candidates who do not satisfy these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| Location | Main Site University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield AL10 9AB |
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