Informed by the needs of industry, this course provides students with the opportunity to develop the strong communication and leadership skills that employers are looking for, and aims to provide an extension beyond undergraduate study for those embarking on, changing, or advancing their chosen career.
Areas of study include combustion and sustainable fuels, finance and accounting, energy systems, and risk management. Delivered by both Lincoln International Business School and the School of Engineering, the programme maximises the specialist knowledge within each School while ensuring a coherent delivery.
Teaching includes the use of real-life case studies, with the aim of enabling students to relate theory to practice across a range of business situations. Students will have the opportunity to take part in workshops led by business experts, visit companies to view current practices and engage in industry-based projects.
How You Study
Students are able to study a range of topics to develop a critical understanding of engineering and management theory. The course incorporates engineering and management core modules which every student must study. Students can then choose four optional modules, enabling them to tailor their learning to their individual backgrounds and career ambitions. Teaching is informed by real-world examples and students will be expected to participate in lectures, seminars, and workshops to examine, research, discuss, and debate topics.
Following the taught element of the programme, students can either the Engineering Research Project or Engineering Research Project (Industry Placement). A research project is a core to each pathway. For students with an industry placement, the project will form part of this.
The Engineering Research Project provides the chance to complete an in-depth investigation of a specific topic within industry or academia, enabling students to apply new knowledge in a real-life setting.
Students selecting the Engineering Research Project (Industry Placement) can undertake an eight-month work placement in the industry with one of the University’s industry partners, or with an independently sourced organization. Students successfully completing this route will receive the alternative award title of MSc Engineering Management (with Professional Practice).
Students are expected to pay for their own travel, accommodation, and general living expenses while undertaking a placement. Please note that the option to undertake the Professional Practice route will be subject to students’ performance during the taught element of the programme and students will be expected to identify and secure their own work placements. Students will be introduced to prospective employers and supported in this process
Students who require a Tier 4 visa to study this programme will be issued a CAS with a course length that should be sufficient to complete the course without the placement module. If you decide to undertake the module and find a work placement, this will add additional time to your course and a new Tier 4 visa will be required before the work placement can begin to extend your stay in the UK
Weekly contact hours on this programme may vary depending on the individual module options chosen and the stage of the study. The postgraduate level study involves a significant proportion of independent study, exploring the material covered in lectures and seminars. For every hour spent in class, students are expected to spend at least two to three hours in an independent study.
Course composition and delivery is different for each module and may include lectures, seminars, workshops, independent study, practicals, research, and one-to-one learning. For more detailed information please contact the Programme Leader.
In support of part-time delivery, where possible, each teaching contact takes over a minimum four hour period, with a minimum of 12 contacts expected across a single term.
Contact Hours
Owing to the nature of postgraduate programmes, a significant proportion of your time will be spent in independent study and research. Research students will have meetings with their academic supervisors, however, the regularity of these will vary depending on individual requirements, subject area, staff availability, and the stage of the programme. For taught programmes, weekly contact hours may vary depending on the individual module options chosen and the stage of the study.
Methods of Assessment
The way you will be assessed on your course will vary depending on the subject and the type of postgraduate programme you select. A taught programme could include a written dissertation, exams, presentations, and projects. A research programme could include a thesis, oral examination, and presentation to a group of research academics. You may be expected to demonstrate how your research findings have contributed to knowledge or developed existing theory or understanding. Please see the individual course pages to find out more.
Modules
Decision Analysis for Managers (Core)
Research Methods and Engineering Innovation (Core)
Sustainable Energy Systems and Climate Changes (Core)
Applied Thermo-fluids Systems (Option)†
Engineering Research Project (Industry Placement) (Option)†
Engineering Research Project (Option)†
Finance and accounting (Option)†
Global Procurement and Supply Strategy (Option)†
Green Power (Option)†
Power Systems (Option)†
Project and Contract Risk Management (Option)†
Teams and Leadership (Option)†
How You Are Assessed
A variety of assessment methods are used for this course, based primarily on open coursework, in which students are able to access the resources that would be available to them after graduation. Formative assessment in the form of problem-based learning allows students the chance to assess and develop their own understanding in an individualized way with the aim of meeting their own personal learning needs and style.
The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that academics will return in-course assessments to students promptly – usually within 15 working days of the submission date.
Scholarships
There are more ways than ever before to fund your postgraduate study, whether you want to do a taught or research course. For those wishing to undertake a Master's course, you can apply for a loan as a contribution towards the course and living costs. Loans are also available to those who wish to undertake doctoral study. The University offers a number of scholarships and funded studentships for those interested in postgraduate study.
Course-Specific Additional Costs
For each course, students may find that there are additional costs. These may be with regard to the specific clothing, materials, or equipment required. Some courses provide opportunities for students to undertake fieldwork or field trips. Where these are compulsory, the cost for travel and accommodation will be covered by the University and so is included in the fee. Where these are optional, students will normally be required to pay their own transport, accommodation, and general living costs.
With regards to textbooks, the University provides students who enroll with a comprehensive reading list and students will find that our extensive library holds either material or virtual versions of the core texts that they are required to read. However, students may prefer to purchase some of these for themselves and they will be responsible for this cost.
Entry Requirements 2021-22
First or Second Class honors degree in an industrial engineering based subject, or equivalent industrial experience.
This programme is aimed at graduates from a wide breadth of engineering disciplines and no previous experience in business and management studies is required.
For those who have already studied a related discipline, this course offers the opportunity to progress your knowledge to an advanced level.
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications.
Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. This qualification must have been obtained prior to submitting your application.
For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page.
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-session English and Academic Study Skills courses. These specialist courses are designed to help students meet the English language requirements for their intended programme of study.
Teaching and Learning During Covid-19
At Lincoln, Covid-19 has encouraged us to review our practices and, as a result, to take the opportunity to find new ways to enhance the student experience. We have made changes to our teaching and learning approach and to our campus, to ensure that students and staff can enjoy a safe and positive learning experience. We will continue to follow Government guidance and work closely with the local Public Health experts as the situation progresses, and adapt our teaching and learning accordingly to keep our campus as safe as possible.
Industry Links
With the potential to work closely with our industrial partners or your own sponsoring companies, the programme aims to provide practical experiences.
Teaching includes the use of real-life case studies, with the aim of enabling students to relate theory to practice across a range of business situations. Students will have the opportunity to take part in workshops led by business experts, visit companies to view current practices (costs of which are covered by the School of Engineering), and engage in company-based projects. To support these activities, students will have access to a set of career events that are designed to help to build a CV, deal with psychometric tests, and formulate effective applications.
Career and Personal Development
MSc Engineering Management students are able to develop the strong communication skills and capabilities that employers are looking for in addition to leadership, negotiation and influencing, presentation, and self-awareness. The programme is aimed at those who wish to embark on, change, or advance their chosen career in engineering to the management level.
The University Careers and Employability Team offer qualified advisors who can work with you to provide tailored, individual support and career advice during your time at the University. As a member of our alumni we also offer one-to-one support in the first year after completing your course, including access to events, vacancy information and website resources; with access to online vacancies and virtual and website resources for the following two years.
This service can include one-to-one coaching, CV advice and interview preparation to help you maximise your future opportunities.
The service works closely with local, national and international employers, acting as a gateway to the business world.
Working in Partnership
Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.
The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.
