Course Modules

A formal work placement that offers intensive, invaluable industry relevant experience is essential. Moreover, the work placement module provides an opportunity to put theory into practice and develop key transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, task-deadline accomplishment, working under pressure, […]

This module introduces you to the key factors that affect strategies for leading and managing change in work or volunteering environments. You will critically reflect on aspects of your professional practice linking to leading and managing theory. You will develop

This year-long module is an opportunity to work independently on a substantial project chosen from a range of research subjects offered by the departmental staff. You will develop your research, planning and practical skills, along with the ability to identify

You will expand your knowledge of the digital design process and learn to record and communicate your concepts in line with professional practice. This module will enhance the skills you have already developed on your course so that you understand

This module will develop your awareness of the ethical implications of design and your understanding of sustainable practices in terms of manufacture, as well as your understanding of environmental impact on design choices and manufacturing processes.

In this module you will identify and understand employability and employer expectations and gain an understanding of the career pathways you could pursue to establish appropriate an appropriate professional development strategy. You will produce a portfolio and use associated digital

The module is an in-depth exploration of state-of-the-art manufacturing processes such as castings, mouldings, machining and additive manufacturing. You will develop the theoretical and practical skills to design and select suitable manufacturing processes for engineering structures and components .

During this year-long module you will work in a small group on a defined project offered by departmental staff. You will develop your research, planning and practical skills, and develop skills in interpreting and appraising your results.

You will be introduced to the digital design process and software including Solidworks and creative suite/. You will learn to record and communicate your concepts in line with professional practice and develop your digital skills.

This module will introduce you to the important design process of prototyping and develop your understanding of relevant methods for model making.