ObjectivesOur discussions with major employers, including Ford, JCB, ICI, Unilever, GEC and many others, indicate the pressing need for able graduates capable of moving into manufacturing and operations management. Frequently this needs an enhanced awareness of business, manufacturing processes and technology and the important information systems which underpin them. This course is ideal for you if you wish to pursue a management career in the manufacturing industry but who do not wish to follow the traditional single discipline engineering route.
Entry requirementsEntry Requirements GCSE Mathematics and one of the following: A2 and AS levels: 180 points from 12 units. Vocational A level in Engineering, Science or Manufacturing including relevant optional units with 180 points. BTEC National Diploma or Certificate with at least four Level III merits including Mathematics and two other technically relevant subjects.
Academic titleBSc Manufacturing and Operations Management
Course descriptionCourse Structure
Year 1
Application of Engineering Technology
Fundamentals of Science and Technology Applications of Science and Technology
Analytical Skills for Technology and Business
Professional Studies C and IT
Year 2
Manufacture and Enterprise
Engineering Design Principles
Operations Management Manufacturing Technologies and Materials
CAD/CAM
Accounting for Managers
Year 3 Sandwich
Industrial Placement recommended and arranged through our dedicated placement unit.
Year 3 Full-time/Year 4 Sandwich
Project Management, Quality Management, Product Liability and Intellectual Property Manufacturing Planning and Scheduling Manufacturing Systems Design and Analysis Energy and Infrastructure Systems for Industry
Final Year Project