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Railway Systems Engineering and Integration Masters
Railway Systems Engineering and Integration Masters

Railway Systems Engineering and Integration Masters

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  • Level:Master's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirement

A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Engineering, Physics, Economics or Mathematics).

Practical experience will also be taken into account. If you have no or limited industry experience you will be required to attend the introductory course.

English requirements

TOEFL 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking and 19 in Writing

IELTs 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band

PTE 51 in all four skills

Orther Requirement

No

Course Information

Our programme in Railway Systems Engineering and Integration Masters provides an all-round level of knowledge and education and equips the next generation of industry leaders. A major benefit of this course is that it enables you to consider the broader aspects of railway systems and how they interact.

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Introductory modules

  • Terminology and Communication for Railways introductory course – non credit bearing. 
    Attendance may not be required If you have sufficient railway industry experience, please contact us to discuss.

  • Induction Weekend – non credit bearing

  • Mathematics as an Engineering Tool – non credit bearing

  • Rolling Stock and Traction Systems Laboratory Days -  non credit bearing

  • European Railway Study Tour -  non credit bearing

Core modules

  • Business and People Management - 20 credits

  • Electrification and Traction System – 20 credits

  • Infrastructure and Rolling Stock Systems – 20 credits

  • Railway Control and Digital Systems – 20 credits

  • Railway Operations, Management and Planning – 20 credits 

  • Systems Engineering and Ergonomics – 20 credits

  • Individual research project – 60 credits

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Our graduates go on to design, build, operate and successfully manage the sophisticated subsystems and complex interfaces characterising existing and new railways.

Many of our graduates now occupy senior positions around the world in the railway industry.

University Careers Network

Preparation for your career should be one of the first things you think about as you start university. Whether you have a clear idea of where your future aspirations lie or want to consider the broad range of opportunities available once you have a Birmingham degree, our Careers Network can help you achieve your goal.

Our unique careers guidance service is tailored to your academic subject area, offering a specialised team (in each of the five academic colleges) who can give you expert advice. Our team source exclusive work experience opportunities to help you stand out amongst the competition, with mentoring, global internships and placements available to you. Once you have a career in your sights, one-to-one support with CVs and job applications will help give you the edge.

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Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurance - Single

NHS: 300 GBP/ year

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