Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation MSc

    Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation MSc

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 24,849 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 22, 2026

    Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation MSc

    About

    About the course

    Reasons to study

    1. Professional Links – For those pursuing a Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, the course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
    2. Knowledge – Learn from our team of professional engineers and technicians with experience in the engineering manufacturing industry.
    3. Boosted Career Prospects – 97%* of the University’s postgraduate students go on to work and/or further study within fifteen months of graduating.

    *(HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22, UK domiciled, other activities excluded).

    Grow your confidence as an engineering manufacturing professional with an MSc at The University of Huddersfield. Our Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation programme enables you to acquire the key skills to operate effectively in a modern engineering manufacturing environment.

    This advanced course is ideal for you if your study or research interests include:

    • The manufacture or use of machine tools and automated equipment for the production of precision engineering components
    • Process control systems and measurement instrumentation
    • Manufacturing control, measurement control and computer aided engineering applications.

    You can look forward to honing your development and project management skills so you can step into roles in technical design, controls systems and instrumentation and more.

    Why study Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation at Huddersfield?

    Our Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation MSc enables you to learn and grow as an engineering professional, developing your technical and management skills for future work in the area of engineering manufacturing.

    The University is nestled within the heart of Huddersfield, a warm and welcoming town, known for its friendly atmosphere and diverse community. When you’re not studying, you can enjoy an array of exciting activities and experiences. From cultural events and charming cafes to stunning scenery and fantastic transport links, there’s plenty to do in and around the town centre.

    Covering electronic engineering principles, our course addresses lower emission road transportation challenge, equipping you with the skills to meet the needs of industry.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Entry requirements for this course are normally:

    • An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar, or in a closely related science subject area such as physics or mathematics or an equivalent professional qualification.

    You are also encouraged to apply if you have other qualifications and/or experience and can demonstrate that you are equipped with knowledge and skills equivalent to Honours degree level.

    If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    The University’s normal entry criteria apply to all international students. For details of country-specific entry requirements please visit your home country page on our website.

    The University has formal requirements for all applicants. These are normally English Language qualifications which we recognise as meeting our entry criteria. Requirements may vary between programmes, and you are advised to check these carefully when going through course listings.

    The following table sets out the main qualifications we recognise and the levels that are normally required for admission. It is intended as general guidance only - the offer of a place, if it includes an English Language condition, will specify the level of English that you are required to meet.

    The University of Huddersfield is pleased to accept a Pass in all four elements at the Proficiency Level of the Ascentis Anglia ESOL Language qualification as meeting the University’s English Language requirements for students from the EU.

    If you don’t yet meet these requirements, don’t worry as we have an extensive Pre-Sessional English Programme(PSP) on campus.

    Test

    Standard required score

    Validity

    Cambridge English Advanced

    Grade C

    No expiry

    IELTS (Academic)

    6.0 with no lower than 5.5 in any element.

    2 years

    Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE)

    Listening – 51

    Reading – 51

    Writing – 51

    Speaking - 51

    2 years

    GCSE or GCE ‘O’ level

    Grade C

    No expiry

    International Baccalaureate

    Must have completed the Diploma with English at Higher Level

    No expiry

    Applicants from any of the following Majority English Speaking Countries (MESCs) will normally be considered to have met our English requirements:

    • Antigua and Barbuda
    • Australia
    • The Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • Canada
    • Dominica
    • Grenada
    • Guyana
    • Jamaica
    • New Zealand
    • St. Kitts and Nevis
    • St. Lucia
    • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • United States of America

    Please note that we will not normally waive the English Language requirement for speakers of other languages who have completed a programme of study taught in English in their home countries.

    Career

    Enhance your career


    Previous graduates from courses in this subject area have gone on to work in a variety of roles such as control systems engineer, electronic engineer, junior control and instrumentation engineer, and validation and verification engineer in organisations including Bentley Motors, Spirax Sarco, Changan UK Ltd and Nespak.*
    * Source: LinkedIn
    ** Percentage of the University’s postgraduate students go on to work and/or further study within fifteen months of graduating. (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22, UK domiciled, other activities excluded).**
    97%** Graduates employed

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    24,849 / year

    Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation MSc

    University of Huddersfield

    University of Huddersfield

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Huddersfield