MSc in Asset Integrity Management
Overview of the Course
A unique course relevant to those who aspire to competently manage and co-ordinate physical assets to optimum effect.
We combine theory with best practice for a pragmatic approach to Asset Integrity Management.
The course marks a significant advance in the delivery of specialised professional development, designed to meet the "real world" needs of industry.
All organisations who possess physical assets need asset integrity management. This course is aimed at the following industry sector:
- Oil & Gas (Offshore Installations, Plant and Equipment)
Applicants working outside this industry/sector are still welcome to apply for the course. Core material is applicable across many industry sectors although potential applicants should note that case studies may be restricted to the oil and gas sector.
What does the Course involve?
In this course you study eight taught modules and complete a masters project.
Each module comprises approximately 40 hours of lecture material and tutorials.
Taught modules are as follows:
PgC
- Problem Solving
- Introduction to Integrity and Reliability
- Safety, Health, Environment and Risk Assessment
- Asset Life Cycle Analysis
PgD
- Maintenance and Inspection for Asset Integrity
- Competence and Performance Assessment
- Project and Work Management
- Integrity and Reliability Management
MSc
- Masters Project
A postgraduate Certificate, postgraduate Diploma or Masters of Science can be achieved depending on the stage of the course you complete.
Aims of the Course
The course aims to produce Asset Integrity Management graduates who are competent at ensuring that:
- the people
- system
- processes and resources
which deliver the integrity, are:
- in place
- in use and
- fit for purpose
over the whole life cycle of the asset.
An additional aim is to produce graduates who can adapt strategies to fulfil dynamic business objectives, enabling long-term financial return.
The course will enable students to:
- develop and utilise skills in integrating knowledge drawn from different subject areas, through coursework, case studies, research and project work.
- develop knowledge of tools and techniques used to resolve problems in an asset management context.
- explore and develop understanding of the integrity and reliability relationship, and their importance to companies.
- analyse and justify the importance of a safety culture, and the development of risk assessment skills.
- analyse and justify the importance and effectiveness of the financial management of assets through their life cycle.
- identify, justify and apply the systems and techniques that are used to effectively maintain and monitor asset integrity and reliability.
- use business management expertise to manage assets in line with company mission and values.
- develop the skill and abilities for the effective management of projects, work and assets.
- use and develop knowledge of strategies for optimum asset integrity and reliability management.
Career Opportunities out there
Qualified professionals in asset integrity management are in demand by companies who are increasingly realising the cost benefits of employing a holistic approach to their business operations. They recruit professionals who know how to apply these principles to their own assets.
Typical students include graduates and those with relevant work experience who come from industry sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, Transportation, Government and Utilities.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have an Honours degree in Engineering or related discipline at level 2.2 or above. However those with other qualifications, but with considerable appropriate industrial experience may be considered. Students whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.5 before commencing study.
All international students, for whom English is not their first language, must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either IELTS 6.5 OR its equivalent in TOEFL PRIOR to receiving an unconditional offer of a place on the course.
Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant post degree industrial experience.
Course Enquiries
Currently, the course is only available online and starts in January of each year.
At present, online is the only mode of study available. We are currently monitoring market interest in full-time options and invite you to scroll to the bottom of the page and click 'Register Interest’. We will note your details and contact you should these options become available.
