Information and Process Systems Engineering MSc - 2023/4
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Information and Process Systems Engineering
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Information and Process Systems Engineering |
| PGCert | Information and Process Systems Engineering |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | PFZ61001 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Part-time | PFZ61002 | 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
CECELJA Franjo (Chst Chm Eng)
Date of production/revision of spec
26/09/2024
Educational aims of the programme
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| To provide a state-of-the-art knowledge in information and process technologies, in terms of: sources, technologies, systems, performance, applications in information and process engineering, assessment of information and processing technologies, system modelling and design of processes. | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Advanced level of understanding in technical topics of preference, in one or more of the following aspects: design of decision-support systems, knowledge based systems, information security and modelling and simulation. | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| 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. The key learning outcomes include the abilities to: Select, define and focus upon an issue at an appropriate level | K | PGDip, MSc | |
| 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. The key learning outcomes include the 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 | |
| To develop skills for applying appropriate methods to analyse, develop, and assess information and process. The key learning outcomes include the abilities to: Assess the available information and process and their interaction, conceptual design and optimisation and communication and presentation | P | PGDip, MSc | |
| To strengthen a range of transferable skills that are relevant to the needs of existing and future professionals in knowledge intensive industries irrespective of their sector of operation. The key learning outcomes include the further development of the skills in the following areas: Use of general and professional computing tools, team working, organising and planning of work and research into new areas. | T | 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)
*some programmes may contain up to 30 credits at FHEQ Level 6.
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 - No optional modules
Semester 2 - Choose 2 from the 5 listed optional modules
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 | N | |
| 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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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2023/4 academic year.