Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Entry requirements

If you are applying for the Postgraduate Diploma then you should normally possess an Ordinary degree, or equivalent, and have obtained an average mark of 50% or more across your final year taught modules.

If you are applying for the MSc then you require an Honours degree, or equivalent. The first degree should be from a related subject discipline such as:

• Engineering
• Maths
• Economics
• Business studies
• Geography
• Planning
• Social studies

A background of professional experience will also be considered.

If you are a Postgraduate Diploma student and satisfy the progression requirements you will then be eligible to pursue the MSc.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Our MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management course provides you the opportunity to study all aspects of logistics and supply chain management, covering the range of activities associated with the efficient flow and storage of goods, services and related information. It equips you with the specialist knowledge and training to design and manage effective logistics and supply chain systems, creating managerial opportunities in the public and private sectors.

Career Prospects:

Employment possibilities for qualified supply chain managers include government agencies, consultancy firms (supply chain management), manufacturing and retailing companies, transport companies, and local authorities’ planning and transport departments. UWS graduates have found employment with Toyota UK, Vestas (renewable energies), Rawlplug, The Edrington Group, Premier Foods, HP, BAE Systems, NHS Scotland, Carrefour, European consultancy groups, and other national and international companies.