We offer a large choice of taught master’s programmes leading to the degrees of MSc, MBA, PgDip, PgCert and PgAward.
Master of Science (MSc)
Successful completion of a Master of Science taught course demonstrates in-depth knowledge in a specialist subject. The degree will include a structured programme of technical skills, design, development, or management studies. Your course will combine taught material with independent research.
Master of Science by Research
Usually a year in length when studied full-time and two part-time. An MSc by Research provides intensive research training within a named discipline and involves a structured programme of research, assessed through an individual thesis.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
A taught master's programme, the MBA can be taken on a full-time basis for one year or part-time/modular basis over two years.
It involves undertaking core modules and a number of elective modules, including a personal and professional development module.
Assessment takes place throughout the programme with examinations contributing to 50% of the total marks and case study reports, class tests, group presentations and project work contributing to the remaining 50%.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip)
This qualification is available for some of Cranfield’s taught courses.
While it is delivered and assessed at master's level, the PgDip is of shorter duration and is worth 120 credit points.
Usually the PgDip represents the taught element of the associated MSc, although occasionally the curriculum requires a group project or integrated assessment.
Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert)
This qualification is available for some of Cranfield’s taught courses.
Delivered and assessed at master's level, the PgCert is worth 60 credit points (600 notional learning hours) and comprises a subset of the syllabus for the taught element of the associated MSc/PgDip course.
Postgraduate Award (PgAward)
This qualification is available for some of Cranfield’s taught courses.
Delivered and assessed at master's level, the PgAward is worth 20 credit points (200 notional learning hours) and comprises a subset of the syllabus for the taught element of the associated MSc/PgDip/PgCert course.