Brunel University London
A World-Class University in London
A UNIQUE ETHOS AND HERITAGE Established as Brunel University in 1966 Namesake Isambard Kingdom Brunel, 19th century engineer innovation, entrepreneurship and creative thinking
Excellent teaching & research partnerships with business and industry Industrial placements and internships Confident, curious and ambitious students Outstanding graduate employment record Diverse community - 14,000 students, 110 different countries
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A Research Intensive University Brunel University London is a leading international university which addresses the challenges facing society through groundbreaking applied research and educational programmes. 82% of research of international standing (RAE)
Brunel was awarded the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize for Further and Higher Education for its ground-breaking research. Brunel University London
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Facts and Figures Ranked 1st in London, 4th in the UK and 29th in the world for the top 100 universities founded in the last 50 years by the Times Higher Education.
Top in London for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey, 2014) Top 10 for Engineering and Technology: Brunel's Engineering and Information Systems, Computing and Mathematics Schools were ranked 10th in the UK in the 2013-2014 Times Higher Education World University Rankings in Engineering and Technology Brunel University London
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London Location Campus Living
Location, Location, Location Easy access to Central London, Heathrow, national rail and road links
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EVERYTHING ON ONE CAMPUS
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Fantastic Facilities Over ÂŁ400 million investment in the campus First class facilities Accommodation on site
Secure and friendly environment Accessible student services Excellent social facilities and catering Diverse and international community
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Elite Sporting Facilities
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Colleges and Research Institutes
http://www.brunel.ac.uk/colleges College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences Computer Science Design Electronic and Computer Engineering Mathematics Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering
College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences Brunel Business School Arts and Humanities Economics and Finance Education Politics, History and Law Social Sciences, Media and Communications
Institute of Energy Futures Advanced Engines and Biofuels Energy Efficient and Sustainable Technologies Smart Power Networks Resource Efficient Future Cities
Institute of Environment, Health and Societies Health and Environment Healthy Ageing Health Economics Synthetic Biology Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies Social Sciences and Health
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College of Health and Life Sciences Clinical Sciences Life Sciences
Institute of Materials and Manufacturing Design for Sustainable Manufacturing Liquid Metal Engineering Materials Characterisation and Processing Micro-Nano Manufacturing Structural Integrity
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Subject Areas
A few notes ‌ Popular PG Subject - accept 2.2 Degrees MSc Engineering Management, MSc Project and Infrastructure Management MA Design and Branding Strategy, All our Engineering MSc, Computer Science Design
Ecuadorian equivalences: Pre Masters = 6.5/10, 2:2 = 7.0/10, 2:1 = 8.0/10 English: Generally IELTS 6.0 for engineering courses and 6.5 for others. Students who have studied full time degree course and are awarded British degrees are often waived to have additional English tests/qualifications, this may include those with top-up degrees with only 1 year in the UK.
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Pathways and English Language Support
International Pathways and Language Centre (IPLC) Here at Brunel, the IPLC department provide a range of English Language programmes to support students before and during their study here. •
Pre-Sessional English – For students who hold an academic offer and have not met their English Language Requirement with their IELTS
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English@Brunel – For Students who wish to study a general English only course in a University environment
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In-Sessional English – Free workshops and one-to-one consultations for enrolled students on different academic aspects such as Presentation Skills and Academic Writing
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Modern Foreign Language – Free classes for enrolled students, with a range of languages to choose from
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Short Courses - Tailor-made bespoke courses for groups wishing to student English together.
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London Brunel International College (LBIC) Our partner on-campus college LBIC offer a range of PreMasters programmes Pre-Masters in: Business and Management Engineering and Design Business Computing / Computer Science Environmental Science and Sustainability Arts Law
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Supporting Our Students
Student Support International Scholarships (Winner from Ecuador 2014/15) Award winning Placement and Careers Centre (PCC) (dedicated International Careers Advisor)
International Student Services (free orientation programme) International Finance and Immigration team Active Student Union, Job Shop, Brunel Volunteers Graduate School
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Engineering Marketing Manager – Tom Kissack
Engineering & Design Formed in 2004 - One of the Largest Engineering and Design Schools in the UK • 1700 Undergraduate students • 1000 taught Postgraduate students
• 370 research students and research fellows • 110 Academic Staff • 35 Administrative Staff • 40 Technical Staff
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School of Engineering & Design Most postgraduate taught courses enjoy accreditation with the following bodies: • The Energy Institute (EI)
•The Joint Board of Matriculation (JMB)* see 4 professional bodies next slide • The Institute of Engineering Designers (IED) • The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
• The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) • The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) *The Joint Board of Matriculation (JBM): •
The Institution of Civil Engineers
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The Institution of Structural Engineers
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The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation
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The Institute of Highway Engineers
*See individual courses for specific accreditations body
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Five Academic Subject Areas offering PG Courses….. •
Advanced Manufacturing and Enterprise Engineering
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Civil Engineering
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Design
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Electronic and Computer Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Advanced Manufacturing & Enterprise Engineering Postgraduate courses : • Advanced Engineering Design MSc – FT, PT (IMechE)
• *Advanced Instrumentation and Smart Systems MSc - FT, PT 2015 now • Advanced Manufacturing Systems MSc – FT; DL (IMechE, IET)
• Oil and Gas MSc - FT, PT 2014 new • FT – Full-Time • PT – Part-Time
• DL – Distance Learning
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Civil Engineering Postgraduate courses : • Structural Engineering MSc - (FT) 2014 new • Water Engineering MSc – FT (JBM)
Design Courses
Postgraduate courses : • Design and Branding Strategy MA – FT, PT • Design Strategy and Innovation MA – FT, PT • Integrated Product Design MSc – FT (IED)
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Electronic & Computer Engineering Postgraduate courses:
• Advanced Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc – FT (None) • Computer Communication Networks MSc – FT (None) • Sustainable Electrical Power MSc – FT; PT (IET, EI) • Wireless Communication Systems MSc – FT (IET)
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Mechanical Engineering Postgraduate courses :
• Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc – FT (IMechE) • Aerospace Engineering MSc – FT (IMechE, RAeS) • Automotive and Motorsport Engineering MSc – FT (IMechE)
• Biomedical, Biomechanics and Bioelectrical Engineering MSc – FT (none) • Biomedical, Genetics and Tissue Engineering MSc – FT (none) • Renewable Energy Engineering MSc – FT; DL (None), planning DL for 2015 entry • Structural Integrity MSc – FT (None) • Sustainable Energy - Technologies and Management MSc – FT (IMechE, EI, CIBSE)
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Additional Information
• Brunel Engineers Show • Made in Brunel Show
Courses: •
PG Course structure – 180 credits etc.
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PG Industrial links – Spotlight newsletter
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Course themes – Management, Environment, Design
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UG – BEng and MEng
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UG – thick sandwich
Visit: http://www.brunel.ac.uk/sed
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Information Technology Jaspal Bhamra College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences Department of Computer Science and Department of Mathematical Sciences
Welcome to The college of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences Combine academic strength with real-world insight: A vibrant learning community Computer Science and Mathematical Sciences Staff and students from around the world
A world-class centre of excellence for interdisciplinary research Highly rated in research measurement exercises Linked back into teaching programmes
Excellent links with business Guest speakers Certification (e.g., SAP and SAS)
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MSc Course Portfolio
08 September 2014
Masters programmes:
MSc Data Science and Analytics
Offers SAS certification
MSc Digital Service Design(
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MSc Data Science and Analytics
Big Data
08 September 2014
SAS a market leader in business analytics software and services
DSA Careers Analytics consultants Big data engineer/scientist Data design specialist
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Key Feature SAS Certification (an industry recognised qualification), in addition to your formal MSc award.
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MSc Digital Service Design
Develop skills in Digital Service design Industry
08 September 2014
Key Feature 2 week work placement in each term
DSD Careers
Samsung
Course developed in
user experience design
conjunction with Wilson
digital design agencies and
Fletcher, leading digital design
consultancies
consultancy in the UK
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Assessments
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Employability - Job Types
08 September 2014
Information Security Consultant at NTS (UK) Ltd Development Consultant at Lloyds Banking Group SAP HCM/PY Consultant IM Support Lead at First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company
ERP Consultant at Inspark Intelligent Business Solutions Head of ICT at Environment Agency Business Reporting Analyst
SAP BI/ BO Consultant at Fauji Fertilizer Company Financial Analyst at SIC Financial Services Ltd Seasoned Project Manager Future Bank Programme - UK Mobile Banking Delivery - Technology Services at RBS Group
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Industrial Dissertation
08 September 2014
Gain valuable industrial experience while doing your dissertation: Dissertation projects with companies will be offered to a selected group of students after a competitive selection process.
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