Quality Assurance Manager
A Quality Assurance Manager works within their specialist professional field, applying specialist knowledge and practical skills to deliver...
The MSc Quality Management course develops advanced knowledge of quality systems, continuous improvement and professional practice for roles across industry and business.
MSc
Two years full-time or three years part-time
September, January, May
The MSc Quality Management course is designed to meet the evolving demands placed on quality professionals and graduates entering quality-focused roles.
You will study quality management, statistical quality control, operations management for sustainability, service quality, risk management, interpersonal skills, change management and research methods. The course emphasises continuous improvement programmes, quality systems and the application of quality approaches across service, manufacturing and wider business sectors.
Strong industry links, masterclasses from industry professionals and work-based examples help ensure the course remains relevant to current practice.
This course is for graduates and professionals who want to develop advanced skills in quality management, continuous improvement, auditing, change management, risk, service quality or operational excellence.
Graduates can apply for roles in public and private sector quality management, continuous improvement, auditing, quality systems, operations, service quality, process improvement or further study to PhD level.
Study quality systems, statistical quality control, continuous improvement and management approaches for service and manufacturing sectors.
The course includes a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt accredited by the Institute of Six Sigma Professionals, with a Green Belt CPD option available at additional cost.
The course is offered part-time, full-time and through online learning, with VLE-supported teaching and regular support opportunities.
Students complete 180 credits for the MSc award, including the required core modules. Optional module availability may vary.
Teaching uses a blend of formal and online sessions, industrial seminars, tutor-led tutorials, group work, self-directed learning, problem-based learning and international case studies. Assessment includes written examinations, coursework, individual and group work, case studies, presentations and an industrially related integrative project.
There is no formal industrial placement, but students have access to business and industry contexts, industrial mentors, professional body seminars and opportunities to undertake projects based on local company case studies. Students in employment may choose a project relevant to their workplace.
Students who achieve 180 credits, including the required core modules, are eligible for the award of MSc Quality Management. Graduates may also progress to PhD-level study.
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Please visit our Postgraduate entry requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications.
Applicants will typically possess a degree or equivalent qualification. Where an applicant does not meet the standard academic entry requirements, other evidence may be considered on an individual basis in line with UWS recognition of prior learning or recognition of credit regulations.
Applicants with an appropriate qualification plus relevant industrial experience in a role related to the course may be considered. Non-standard entry may be open to applicants with an HND, DipHE or professional qualification accepted as equivalent, normally with at least three years’ relevant experience. Applicants without formal qualifications may be considered with extensive professional experience, normally at least eight years.
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language competence in line with UWS requirements, normally IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
It is desirable that entrants to SCQF Level 11 have strong numeracy, communication, report writing, presentation and investigation skills.
Explore the career opportunities this course can lead to. The skills and knowledge you gain can prepare you for a wide range of roles across your chosen industry and support your long-term professional development.
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