BEng (Hons) Industrial Control Engineering

**Why BEng Industrial Control Engineering?**Our BEng Industrial Control Engineering course will prepare you for a career in modern industry. There is increasing demand for industrial control skills in the UK, as well as in the wider world economy, and this inter-disciplinary engineering course will give you tools essential for success in the digital era. You’ll gain fundamental knowledge of automation technology, operation, engineering design and management, exploring latest developments in the field. You’ll learn about the challenges in integrating the digital world to drive smart factories and advanced manufacturing, including new cyber risks associated with ‘Industry 4.0’ trends. While drawing on the knowledge of our expert academic team, you’ll focus on industrial applications and use state-of-the-art equipment in our specialist labs, gaining hands-on experience through practical experiments. You’ll also have opportunities to apply theory and skills to solve real-world problems, taking advantage of our industry links with local and national firms such as ABB, MOOG, SC Group, Spirax Sarco, Dowty Propeller, Kohler Mira and Total Metal Products Ltd.**Why University of Gloucestershire?**We’ve been using our expertise to support and inspire students since 1847. Join us and you will benefit from professional-standard facilities in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester. With the University of Gloucestershire offering a wide variety of courses, you will have the best of both worlds - a large learning community with more than 80 societies and sports clubs to enjoy while also benefiting from lecturers who know and value you as an individual.Through our innovative Your Future Plan scheme, you will be challenged and supported to become the graduate that you want to be, ready to succeed in your chosen field. Your personal tutor will help you build your network of connections and take advantage of a range of opportunities including field trips and placements, offering invaluable experience outside of the lecture theatre.Our students never tire of finding inspiration here in the beautiful county of Gloucestershire, home to over 45 festivals every year, including 2000trees, Wychwood and the world-famous Cheltenham Literature festival. Many students gain valuable skills and experience working at these events alongside their studies.Study this course at the Institute of Technology, Swindon.The University of Gloucestershire is partnered with the Institute of Technology to run this degree programme at their campus in Swindon. Ideal if you are looking to retrain or specialise in the area of computing and engineering or those that are looking to study within the region, these courses are delivered by experienced academic staff from the University of Gloucestershire in a state-of-the-art environment. Find out more https://www.sawiot.ac.uk/**Experience an open day**Take the next step and book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. This is your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what we're about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus. Take the opportunity to get up-to-the minute advice and guidance from the people who have been here and experienced University of Gloucestershire life already.**To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.**