Process Systems Engineering MSc - 2021/2
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Process Systems Engineering
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Process Systems Engineering |
| PGCert | Process Systems Engineering |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | PFZ61005 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Part-time | PFZ61006 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences - Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Programme Leader
AMINI HORRI Bahman (Chm Proc Eng)
Date of production/revision of spec
09/09/2022
Educational aims of the programme
- The programme aims to provide a highly vocational education which is intellectually rigorous and up-to-date.
- It aims to provide the students with the necessary skills required for a successful career in the process industries. This is achieved through a balanced curriculum with a core of process systems engineering modules supplemented by a flexible element by way of elective modules that permit students to pursue an element of specialisation relevant to their backgrounds, interests and/or career aspirations.
- An integrated approach is taken so as to provide a coherent view that explores the interrelationships between the various components of the programme. The programme draws on the stimulus of the Faculty's research activities.
- The programme provides the students with the basis for developing their own approach to learning and personal development.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of modelling and simulation of process systems | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of mathematical optimization and decision making | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of process systems design | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of supply chain management | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of process and energy integration | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| State-of-the-art knowledge in process systems engineering methods, in the areas of advanced process control technologies | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Advanced level of understanding in technical topics of preference, in one or more of the following aspects: renewable energy technologies; refinery and petrochemical processes; biomass processing technologies; knowledge-based systems. | K | PGDip, MSc | |
| The programme aims to strengthen cognitive skills of the students, particularly in the aspects of problem definition, knowledge and information acquiring, synthesis, and creativity, as collectively demonstrable through the successful completion of the research dissertation. | C | ||
| Abilities to select, define and focus upon an issue at an appropriate level | C | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Abilities to collect and digest knowledge and information selectively and independently to support a particular scientific or engineering enquiry | C | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Abilities to develop and apply relevant and sound methodologies for analysing the issue, developing solutions, recommendations and logical conclusions, and for evaluating the results of own or other's work | C | PGDip, MSc | |
| The programme primarily aims to develop skills for applying appropriate methods to analyse, develop, and assess process systems and technologies | P | ||
| Abilities to assess the available systems in the process industries | P | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Abilities to design and/or select appropriate system components, and optimise and evaluate system design | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| Abilities to apply generic systems engineering methods such as modelling, simulation, and optimization to facilitate the assessment and development of advanced process technologies and systems | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| The programme aims to strengthen a range of transferable skills which are relevant to the needs of existing and future professionals in knowledge intensive industries irrespective of their sector of operation. | T | ||
| Further development of the skills in preparation and delivery of communication and presentation | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Further development of the skills in report and essay writing | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Further development of the skills in the use of general and professional computing tools | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Further development of the skills in collaborative working with team members | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Further development of the skills for organising and planning of work | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Further development of skills in researching new areas, particularly in the aspect of literature review and skills acquisition. | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Part-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied part-time over two academic years, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Semester 1 (Autumn): choose 1 from the 2 listed options.
Semester 2 (Spring): choose 1 from the 5 listed options.
Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
N/A
Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
N/A
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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