Modes of study - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) MSc, PgDip, PgCert

Modes of study

The following course options are available:

  • Postgraduate Certificate  - Includes 60 credits of core modules. See Course Content for the detailed description of course modules and the credit system.
  • Postgraduate Diploma - Includes a 100 credit taught component and a dissertation (PD Diploma).
  • Master of Science - Includes a 100 credit taught component and an individual research thesis.

The following modes of study are available for any of the above options:

  • Full-time - The course starts in October and takes a year to complete. Taught modules usually run until May, followed by work on the individual research thesis. Vivas normally take place at the beginning of September. 
  • Part-time - Similarly to the full-time option, the course also starts in October. However the course can be completed over two or three years. The choice of modules which are attended in a given year is discussed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account previous experience and work commitments of the student.  The modular structure of the course is particularly suitable for part-time study. Furthermore if the current employer of a part-time student supports his or her studies, the thesis project is developed in consultation with the current employer. This provides additional flexibility and helps the part-time student manage his/her work and study commitments. These arrangements make the course an attractive option for Continuing Professional Development.

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