Get the expertise to harness technology and business intelligence.

Foster the leadership skills required for managing modern, automated manufacturing facilities and embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

With practical learning at the forefront, gain hands-on experience in utilising Industry 4.0 technologies in real-world manufacturing scenarios.

Students will cover a wide range of topics such as advanced manufacturing processes, industrial robotics, IoT, smart automation, factory modelling, simulation, business intelligence and data analytics.

Take advantage of research opportunities in advanced manufacturing systems, process improvement, and data analytics, to contribute to industry advancements.

Our industry informed content, taught by experts in their fields provides valuable insights into the evolving needs and trends of the smart manufacturing sector. You’ll get to work with the latest technologies and software tools in smart manufacturing, ensuring you are on top of technology trends.

Integrating knowledge and skills from various disciplines, this course will prepare you for the diverse nature of smart manufacturing in an increasingly globalized industry.


Benefits to you or your business

  • Broaden your technical skill set with an in-depth understanding of industrial robotics, intelligent automation, and factory simulation to facilitate increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Acquire proficiency in data analytics for manufacturing process improvement.
  • Get access to cutting-edge knowledge and skills to effectively manage smart factories.
  • Graduate with excellent prospects for career advancement in leadership roles within the industry due to due to in-demand skills in smart manufacturing capabilities.
  • Establish a significant academic or industrial research career in smart manufacturing systems, contributing to the science of smart manufacturing or leading the way for manufacturing.
  • A unique opportunity to blend your theoretical knowledge with practical skills in smart manufacturing.

Browse Smart Manufacturing Systems courses

Providing professionals with knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing for upskilling.

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Full-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing for upskilling.

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Part-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

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Part-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

Key Information

Full-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

Key Information

Part-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

Key Information

Full-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

Key Information

Full-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Derry~Londonderry campus

Providing professionals with expert, multi-discipline knowledge in the principles and application of Smart Manufacturing.

Key Information

Full-time Postgraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Derry~Londonderry campus