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Smart Manufacturing MSc

Location

Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

Apr-2027, Jan-2027, Sep-2026Starting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Manufacturing and Production

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study Smart Manufacturing at Aston University and develop the skills needed to design and operate advanced, data-driven manufacturing systems. This course combines applied, project-based learning with industry-informed teaching.
  • Focus on Industry 4.0, automation and digital manufacturing systems
  • Applied learning through industrial case studies and advanced labs
  • Access to the Guaranteed Internship Scheme or a professional practice route

Typical roles for graduates include manufacturing engineer, automation engineer and operations engineer.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Manufacturing and Production

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study Smart Manufacturing at Aston University and develop the skills needed to design and operate advanced, data-driven manufacturing systems. This course combines applied, project-based learning with industry-informed teaching.
  • Focus on Industry 4.0, automation and digital manufacturing systems
  • Applied learning through industrial case studies and advanced labs
  • Access to the Guaranteed Internship Scheme or a professional practice route

Typical roles for graduates include manufacturing engineer, automation engineer and operations engineer.

Admission Requirements

For full entry requirements, please visit our course page. 

1 Year
Apr-2027
Jan-2027

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