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Rail and Rail Systems Principal Engineer Degree Apprenticeship MSc
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Qualification
Masters Degree Apprenticeship at Level 7
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Location
University of Birmingham
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Study mode
Part time
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Start date
29-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Course overview
Lead the next generation of industry talent with Railway Systems Engineering and Integration at Birmingham. Study railway systems from a broader lens and see how they interact on a global scale.
With a large and diverse railway research and education group, you'll receive insight from experts and have great links into industry. You'll learn how to create reliable operational systems for the railway and benefit from real-world experiences.
Accredited programme
This degree programme is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council, as meeting the academic requirement for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Course highlights
Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of railway systems, exploring their intricate interactions through sponsored projects on a global scale. you'll collaborate directly with industry leads, through our state-of-the-art UK Rail Research and Innovation Network (UKRRIN) Centre of Excellence in Digital Systems (CEDS).
Our blended learning format allows you to apply your learning in the workplace immediately and integrates your work-based experience into your academic study, adding value in both circumstances.
Study, in depth, what is happening across the world's railways to prepare you for challenges of the future
We have a reputation for high-quality, relevant and challenging railway engineering education
Benefit from our cutting-edge research centre and facilities
Immediately embed your learning in your current workplace
Career opportunities
Design, build, operate and manage the sophisticated subsystems and complex interfaces characterising existing and new railways. Join our growing network of alumni now occupying senior positions around the world in the railway industry.
Tuition fees
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University information

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University League Table
13th
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Campus address
University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom
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