Process Automation MSc; PGDip; Continuing Professional Development (CPD) modules
MSc: 60 months maximum part time
**Please note that the MSc is suspended for 2014 entry**
PGDip: 48 months maximum part time
CPD module: 1 week full time or 3 months part time if assessed
Fees
Fees per academic year 2013-14
Please contact the School for details of fees.
More information is available about tuition fees and discounts.
Programme Overview
This is an Integrated Graduate Development Scheme (IGDS), which is delivered on a continuing professional development (CPD) basis. It consists of a suite of sixteen modules within the framework of an MSc degree. It is offered through the Partnership in Automation and Control Training (PACT), which comprises the University and a consortium of companies in the chemicals and process industry sector.
+Modules
Both MSc and Diploma students choose from an extensive list of optional modules. MSC students will also complete an industrial project. Individual modules may also be taken on a stand-alone basis for CPD purposes.
Each module consists of one week’s intensive tuition at the University, an assignment equivalent to another week’s work completed over the following two months, and concludes with a written examination. Candidates typically take two to three modules per year.
Find out more detailed information about the programme modules
+Entrance Requirements
MSc – a minimum of a second-class Honours degree (for example BEng or BSc), or equivalent, in an appropriate subject; full-time employment by a company within the chemical or process industry sector.
Diploma – entry requirements are as for the MSc except that non-graduates (such as holders of HND or HNC qualifications) with significant and relevant industrial experience may be registered. Candidates registered for the Diploma who have satisfactorily completed the assessments of four modules at MSc standard may have their registrations transferred to the MSc.
Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5, or equivalent.
The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has rules for international students regarding minimum English language requirements.
+Scholarships and Other Sources of Funding
The Panasonic Trust offers a fees award for eligible UK students.
International Students, consult your own government for funding. The University offers International Scholarships, and there are funding opportunities by external organisations available.
Students should consult their employers for sponsorship opportunities.
+How to Apply
Please visit www.ncl.ac.uk/pact for application information.
+Further Information
For further information please contact:
Jonathan Love
School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 222 7241
E-mail: pact@ncl.ac.uk
Subject Overview
This programme is within the subject area of Chemical Engineering.
