Our BSc (Hons) Engineering Management degree is a work-based distance learning programme which offers you the opportunity to gain a recognised university qualification whilst remaining in employment.

This work-based distance learning (WBDL) programme is designed to provide those working within the technical environment, and commonly already holding technical qualifications, the management skills to effectively and efficiently manage their work areas.

Engineering Management has parallels with Industrial and Systems Engineering which is concerned with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. The degree draws upon specialised knowledge and skill in the mathematical, physical, and social sciences together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design, to specify, predict, and evaluate the results to be obtained from such systems (IISE, 2017).

The programme offers the following key features:

- A blended learning approach, drawing on University of Lincoln expertise in delivering online programmes to part-time students in employment

- An innovative and creative approach in teaching, learning and assessment, drawing on a range of digital and technological learning tools

- A learning experience offering students a wider critical perspective on the consequences of individual decisions and actions and on the ethics of being socially responsible, including corporate social responsibility, part of Lincoln International Business School's 'responsible futures principles'.

- A clear focus on the student experience and academic, pastoral and professional support and care.

The BSc (Hons) Engineering Management degree has been designed to allow students who have completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in an Engineering subject or equivalent to undertake the programme. It presents a distance-learning framework designed to enable students to complete the programme within a two year period. The duration will reflect each individual's personal circumstances, accredited experience, prior learning and work commitments.

Key features

The programme offers the following key features:

  • A blended learning approach, drawing on University of Lincoln expertise in delivering online programmes to part-time students in employment
  • An innovative and creative approach in teaching, learning and assessment, drawing on a range of digital and technological learning tools
  • A learning experience offering students a wider critical perspective on the consequences of individual decisions and actions and on the ethics of being socially responsible, including corporate social responsibility, part of Lincoln International Business School's 'responsible futures principles'.
  • A clear focus on the student experience and academic, pastoral and professional support and care.

Accreditation and Awards

AACSB Business Education Alliance

Lincoln Business School is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association, connecting educators, students, and business to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.

ERS Gold Banner

Armed Forces Covenant - Gold Award

This programme demonstrates outstanding commitment to supporting serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families — the highest level of recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

TEF Gold Award

Teaching Excellence Framework - Gold Award University

The Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), run by the Office for Students (OfS), assesses and encourages excellence in higher education based on what matters most to students. A Gold rating signifies outstanding student experience and outcomes.

Course Modules

This programme is delivered exclusively at Level 6, meaning all study, assessment, and learning outcomes align with final‑year undergraduate standards. Applicants join directly at this level and complete the full set of Level 6 modules, providing a focused route to achieving the award without lower‑level study components.

Module 1 [MGW3265] - Critical Enquiry Skills

This module aims to equip students the appropriate knowledge and skills to enable them to engage critically with their studies, and the Independent Research Project in particular. 

Module 2 [MGW3282] - Managing Engineering Systems Risk

This module aims to introduce students to the field of managing engineering systems risk. This consideration takes a systems approach utilising SSM tools alongside Actor Network Theory and challenges students to identify and consider their operations and services as (interacting) systems. This deeper dive will seek to look at the tools available to organise and manage such systems. It uses some of the approaches of engineering systems coupled with Performance Management, Health and Safety and Resource Management and requires students to identify how these relate to their own engineering experiences or expectations. 

Module 3 [MGW3283] - The Contemporary Managerial Context

The Managerial Context module sees the students studying the purpose and activity of an organisation and how managers, as empowered individuals, help direct this activity. This module discusses the theory, practise, and individual experiences of those trying to manage the activity pursued by their organisation. This module reviews the principles of management to understand how organisations can be developed to meet their own needs and objectives. 

Module 4 - Elective Module

Students will need to select one of the below modules:

[HRW3003] - Employee Engagement and Communications
This module enables the student to develop and demonstrate a sound understanding of the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by Human Resources (HR) professionals and people managers, specifically relating to developing and maintaining employee engagement and to develop and manage effective employee communications.

[MGW3268] - Managing Operations
This module aims to prepare students to work at the operational level within the logistics sector and enable students to apply attributes, tools and techniques of operational management whilst working within the business strategy. The use of the transformation process is explored to identify the links between the resources, the organisational process and the customer. This provides an insight into operational stakeholder and customer management techniques. 

[MGW3264] - Managing Projects
In this module students will develop a solid foundation in the theory and best practice of project management and can develop practical skills of how to plan, implement and control projects. The module aims to provide students with an understanding of the system perspective on management and a practically oriented introduction to the nature, purpose and standards of project management and its key objectives (scope, time, cost, quality, risk and flexibility). The role and qualities of the project manager and the composition of the team are also evaluated. 

† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.

Module 5 [MGW3262] - Independent Research Project

This module acts as the capstone project for the conclusion of the degree programme. It asks students to develop a focused research approach to answer an identified problem. Students will be expected to conduct a valid and reliable investigation which includes the collection, presentation, analysis and evaluation of data. Students are required to make an holistic structured argument showing the development of the evidence to address the problem stated.

Students are encouraged to draw on all of the learning across the programme to support the investigation and develop a summative assignment reflecting their learning journey and newfound skills.

The final element of the module will be asking them to reflect on how they can apply the results from this investigation to relevant contexts.

Entry Requirements

Standard Entry

This programme is designed for applicants who are currently working in a role relevant to the subject area and who wish to study alongside employment.

To be eligible to apply, all applicants must:

  • be in ongoing employment in a role related to the programme;
  • have relevant professional or work-based experience aligned to the subject area; and
  • be able to provide evidence of experience and qualifications at application stage.

Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:

  • Applicants will normally be expected to demonstrate English language ability equivalent to GCSE English grade C/4 or above, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
  • A 120credit level 4 qualification (including Professional Recognition Award) plus Professional Body Membership at member level may support entry to Bachelor's Level 6.
  • A 240credit Level 5 qualification (including Professional Recognition Award) may support entry to Bachelor's Level 6.

Check Your Eligibility

Because professional backgrounds vary, applicants are invited to complete a short eligibility check to receive indicative guidance before applying.

Click here to check your eligibility.

Final eligibility is confirmed by Admissions following review of a full application and supporting evidence.

Stellenbosch Entry

Under this agreement, students having satisfactorily graduated from the Senior Management Development Programme (SMDP) or equivalent bespoke SMDP at SBS-ED with a minimum pass mark of 50% may be considered by the University of Lincoln for entry to the final level of the following programmes or other appropriate degrees in the Lincoln International Business School at the University of Lincoln on the condition that they meet the English Language entry requirements. Applicants should also have relevant and up to date experience and academic awards should usually be less than five years old. 

Students having satisfactorily completed the Young Minds Programme at SBS-ED and who can demonstrate relevant experience, may be considered by the University of Lincoln for entry to Level 4 (Year 1) to FdSc Operations Management, on the condition they meet the English Language entry Requirements. 

Students having satisfactorily completed the Management Development Programme (MDP) or equivalent bespoke MDP at SBS-ED and who can demonstrate relevant experience, may be considered by the University of Lincoln for entry to Level 5 (Year 2) to FdSc Operations Management, on the condition they meet the English Language entry requirements. 

Students who successfully complete FdSc Operations Management may be considered for entry to the L6 honour’s degree programmes referenced above, in providing they meet the required admissions criteria. 

Military Entry

Applicants are assessed using military rank and time in rank. Eligibility is determined by NATO Rank Codes, though it is noted this is not an exhaustive list. Applicants who do not meet the NATO Rank Codes or banding should contact Admissions@lincoln.ac.uk for further advice. 

To be eligible to apply, all applicants must: 

  • Provide appropriate military evidence, such as JPA records & military ID.  
  • Meet the outlined thresholds and be able to evidence this.   

Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:  

Officer Ranks: 

NATO Rank Eligibility Proposal
OF 1 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 2 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 3 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 4 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 5 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 6 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 7 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 8 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 9 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OF 10 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)

Other Ranks:

Rank Eligibility Proposal
OR 1  
OR 2  
OR 3 OR 3 does not meet the entry criteria for Level 6 BSc Programme. Please contact Admissions@lincoln.ac.uk for more information or visit our programme page for the FdSc Operations Management programme: Operations Management | FdSc | University of Lincoln
OR 4 Eligible only after 2yrs substantive in Rank and relevant Professional Body Membership.
OR 5/6

Eligible only after 2+years in substantive Rank.
If Applicant cannot evidence 2+years in substantive Rank, Applicant must obtain relevant Professional Body Member to meet the entry criteria.
OR 7 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OR 8 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
OR 9 Eligible for Direct Entry into Level 6 (applicant must be substantive in their role)
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Career Development

The BSc (Hons) Engineering Management signals a greater depth of study and academic achievement which is intended to assist students to advance their careers by furthering their management competence and general employability. Students have the opportunity to extend their skills, knowledge, and vision and the course provides them with opportunities for personal and career development.

Contacts

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Tuition Fee Billing and/or Sponsorship Queries: ProfessionalDelivery@lincoln.ac.uk 

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What You Need to Know

We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. In addition to the information provided on this course page, our What You Need to Know page offers explanations on key topics including programme validation/revalidation, additional costs, and contact hours.

The University intends to provide its courses as outlined in these pages, although the University may make changes in accordance with the Student Admissions Terms and Conditions.