MSc Power, Propulsion and the Environment option in Thermal Power

This course covers all aspects of the gas turbine and other industrial prime movers. It aims to provide you with a thorough knowledge of, and the ability to assess, anthropogenic emissions.

Power, Propulsion and the Environment is a specialist option of the MSc in Thermal Power.

Who is it for?

This course is suitable for graduates seeking a challenging and rewarding career in an growing international industry. Graduates are provided with the skills that allow them to deliver immediate benefits in a very demanding and rewarding workplace and therefore are in great demand.

Why this course?

The MSc option in Power, Propulsion and the Environment is structured to enable you to pursue your own specific interests and career aspirations. You may choose from a wide range of modules and select an appropriate research project. An intensive industrial management course is offered which assists in achieving exemptions from some engineering council requirements. You will receive a thorough grounding in the operation of different types of rotating machinery for aeronautical, marine and industrial applications plus environmental management.

We have been at the forefront of postgraduate education in thermal power and gas turbine technology at Cranfield since 1946. We have a global reputation for our advanced postgraduate education, extensive research and applied continuing professional development.

This MSc programme benefits from a wide range of cultural backgrounds which significantly enhances the learning experience for both staff and students.

Your career

Over 90% of the graduates of the course have found employment within the first year of completion. Many of our graduates are employed in the following industries and positions:

• Gas turbine engine manufacturers,
• Airframe manufacturers,
• Airline operators,
• Regulatory bodies,
• Aerospace/Energy consultancies,
• Power production industries,
• Academia: doctoral studies.

Students can also exit with PGDip award.