Engineering (Industrial Engineering) - BEng (Hons) (part-time)

Start Date	Location	Duration / Fees
13/09/2021	Bispham Campus	3 Years / £5,833 per year	Apply

Course Overview

This is the 3-year, part-time Industrial Engineering programme starting at Level 5.

You will be expected to have achieved a Level 4 qualification before starting this programme.

If you wish to start this course at Level 4, please visit our full-time, 3-year (Levels 4 to 6) BEng Industrial Engineering programme information page.

We are in unprecedented times. Industry 4.0 has given rise to the need for professionals with the technical and management expertise to develop and manage engineering and business systems.

This Industrial Engineering programme will empower you with the versatility, flexibility and adaptability to soar and succeed in this exciting and fast-moving environment.

You'll acquire a deep understanding of industry, business, quality and management processes taking a keen interest in human factors, improvement, ergonomics, customer satisfaction and quality.

Industrial engineers operate at the centre of complex processes, systems and organisations, putting into practice their technical engineering knowledge, alongside expertise in business development, operations management and project management.

Businesses and industries depend on the principles of Industrial Engineering, which include increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving product and service quality.

Industrial engineers optimise complex processes, organisations and systems or even create them to achieve higher efficiency by saving time, money or effort, and to monitor quality and increase productivity.

Industrial Engineering overlaps with operations research, management science and ergonomics. It is a human-oriented discipline accommodating the viewpoints and motives of users at all levels.

Entry Requirements

HNC from B&FC for direct entry onto Level 5.
HNC or HND, or Foundation Degree with an overall merit grade in Mechanical, General, Electrical/Electronic or Aeronautical Engineering, or another appropriate Engineering discipline through recognition of prior learning from the College’s internal panel and Lancaster University.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure timely processing of paperwork, and to investigate potential funding through the Student Loan Company if required.

International students

International qualification or qualification from other universities or colleges within the UK/EU might enable candidates to enter Level 5, subject to prior approval from the College’s internal panel and Lancaster University.

Other considerations

If English is not the candidate's first language, an IELTS score of at least 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills is also required.
Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work experience or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis and will be invited for an interview to determine suitability.
Applicants with any other qualifications will also be considered on an individual basis, and will be invited for an interview to determine suitability.

Qualification Obtained

BEng (Hons) Engineering (Industrial Engineering)

Career Options and Progression

This degree pathway will enable you to be a proactive problem-solver across industries and manufacturing industry giants, in transport, civil, aerospace sectors as well as high-tech companies and start-ups and smaller-scale, local enterprises, whether in production, manufacturing or their support services and administration.

Industrial engineering enables graduates to compete for a very wide range of jobs, including government positions and key roles within businesses. The development and evolution of information systems, productivity, sustainability and optimisation are among the topics industrial engineers consider on a daily basis in their work.

With an Industrial Engineering qualification, you may work across all sectors in process optimisation, planning, development, research, and across practically all industry fields, from healthcare and retail to energy production and manufacturing, and even banking and government organisations.

You will be able to work as process engineer, quality control specialist, project manager, safety engineer and many others. Work will also be found in inspection services, health and safety and numerous other fields. Industrial engineers work very well in teams with all other engineering professionals and are great additions to innovative tech companies and start-ups.

Upon graduation, you may expect a reasonable starting salary depending on companies. Your salary will go up as you gather varied experience and engage in professional development and lifelong learning.

Certifications in project management, lean, and lean six sigma, along with international experience, provide good opportunities to rise up in qualifications and salary. Midcareer many industrial engineers go into managerial positions that require a mix of business, management and engineering knowledge and skills. This makes them very adaptable to corporate international settings. Some consider MBA or EMBA qualifications at this point, or Masters degrees In Project Management, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain.

A number of industrial engineers are also entrepreneurs and business owners. A few engage in start-up ventures or work as consultants. At senior level, you may expect higher salaries in the usual engineering range depending on knowledge, skills, experience and the company.

Graduates are knowledgeable in business development, operations management and project management practices. Industrial Engineering produces highly performant graduates who thrive in industry careers.

They are also able to focus on the development of project and human resource management skills. They can fill a wide variety of roles in production, manufacturing, design, logistics, testing, quality and systems development. Industrial Engineering graduates work in production and manufacturing as planning, engineers, process engineers, sales engineers, managers.

They also work in quality control, cost and risk control, data analysis, optimisation, and production management as improvement specialists or quality officers. They may find work in research, design and development. Industrial engineers are required to have a broad understanding of a range of engineering and associated management subject disciplines which are constantly updated when working in the industry.

Assessment Methods

Coursework

Most courses are assessed via a combination of coursework and exams – the percentage weighting of each of these is outlined below. Coursework might range from written tasks and assignments to the collation of a portfolio of evidence based around a work placement. Coursework differs from exams in that it is usually non-timed and carried out independently.

Exam

Exams are formal, timed written assessments, carried out in a controlled environment and overseen by one or more invigilators. They assess your grasp of the theory and underpinning knowledge related to your chosen career area. The opposite of practicals, they require you to set out your practical understanding within an academic context. Some courses have no exams – the exam/coursework ratio is outlined below.

Practical

Practical assessments identify your technical ability to apply theory to hands-on tasks in your chosen career area. They can be timed or non-timed and involve observation of your practical skills and competencies, either in a work-based environment or a dedicated College setting that closely resembles the workplace. Practical work-based assessments are supported and carried out by a trained assessor.

Assessment Method	Level 4	Level 5	Level 6
Coursework	0%	74%	73%
Exam	0%	20%	12%
Practical	0%	6%	15%

Course Structure

Level 5 Modules

Title	Code	Credits	Options
Further Engineering Mathematics	ET5MD223	20	Mandatory
Research Project	ET5MD224	20	Mandatory
Professional Engineering Management	ET5MD225	20	Mandatory
Lean Manufacturing	ET5MD226	20	Mandatory
Industrial Systems	ET5MD227	20	Mandatory
Quality Management Systems	ET5MD228	20	Mandatory

Level 6 Modules

Title	Code	Credits	Options
Dissertation	ET6MD185	40	Mandatory
Professional Engineer	ET6MD186	20	Mandatory
Control and Simulation	ET6MD187	20	Mandatory
Manufacturing Systems Engineering	ET6MD202	20	Mandatory
Operations and Plant Management	ET6MD203	20	Mandatory

Teaching and Learning Methods

Scheduled Learning

Scheduled time relates to the time you spend in directed study with the guidance and support of our academic tutors. Scheduled learning can take a variety of forms and will vary from one course to the next, but may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, project supervision, demonstrations, studio or workshop time, fieldwork and external visits.

Independent Study

Higher education courses rely on students undertaking work outside of formal, scheduled sessions and this is generally categorised as independent study. Independent study might include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks and revision.

Placement

Many of the degree programmes at B&FC incorporate opportunities for work placements to provide you with the opportunity to link your studies to relevant professional practice in a real work environment. Our programme teams are able to offer support in securing an appropriate work placement where it forms part of your programme, and will work closely with you during the placement to ensure that the opportunity allows you to develop personally, professionally and academically.

Learning Method	Level 5	Level 6
Scheduled	333	385
Independent	867	815
Placement	0	0
Total	1200	1200

Industry Placement and Field Trips

Other Costs and Equipment Needed

Expert Tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of higher education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

Tuition Fees

Read our tuition fees guide.