COURSE CURRICULUM

The programme combines academic study with strong industry engagement to provide students with practical knowledge and skills aligned with the needs of modern engineering industries. Learning is enriched through excellent partnerships with leading organisations including Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Balfour Beatty, Bombardier, Pektron and the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership, providing valuable industry insight and real-world relevance throughout the course. Assessment methods include a combination of coursework and examinations, ensuring students develop both theoretical understanding and practical problem-solving abilities. Graduates of this MSc will be well prepared to take leading roles in the future of nuclear product development and advanced engineering industries. The programme develops expertise in key areas including human factors and safety, product innovation and engineering design, advanced manufacturing leadership, data-driven decision making, digital transformation, smart factory technologies, nuclear safety and operational excellence. These capabilities position graduates to contribute to the development of innovative, safe and sustainable nuclear technologies while supporting the future growth of the low-carbon energy sector.