MSc Manufacturing and Welding Engineering Design

The aim of this MSc programme is to provide this advanced knowledge and scientific background such that our engineering graduates, based on the knowledge gained from this programme, can enter the mechanical engineering industry successfully and use this knowledge to slowly become experts in certain active areas or disciplines.

Furthermore, this MSc programme will broaden, strengthen and integrate knowledge and understanding regarding advanced engineering industry processes. This will include all the necessary academic tools, computational modelling techniques, design, and engineering practice to solve mechanical engineering problems of varying complexity, taking into consideration the economic, social and environmental context.

At the end of this programme, a deep and broad knowledge of the advanced mechanical engineering technology will have been acquired, enabling the prediction, improvement and innovativeness of the processes of modern mechanical engineering design and production activities.

Specializations in the MSc in Manufacturing and Welding Engineering Design

1. Specialization in Manufacturing Engineering Design include courses which are designed to provide advanced competencies in the areas of computer-aided manufacturing, computer-aided design and analysis, and integrated processing of various materials. It is designed for decision-makers in manufacturing engineering, engineering graphics and design, process engineering, quality assurance, and tooling design.
2. Specialization in Welding Engineering Design will provide graduates with a fundamental understanding of welding technologies and an awareness of recent technical developments within the relevant industries. It will also improve communication, presentation, analytical and problem solving skills. Our graduates will obtain high level education gain in advanced welding and joining technologies, thus be able to attain positions of significant engineering responsibility

Upon successful completion of this program, the students are expected to:

1. Be provided with broader knowledge of advanced design, manufacturing and welding engineering: the technological evolution and current needs of the industry; the financial evolution of the industry and the financial drivers and needs of the international activities.
2. Become familiar with the content and philosophy of the European and Cypriot legislative framework and to understand the relevant processes and factors.
3. Understand the contemporary global, regional and local issues and develop systemic, critical and creative thinking about their impact on economic activities.
4. Acquire skills and experiences necessary for engineers who will lead the fields of modern design, manufacturing and production engineering activities.
5. Become familiar with the procedures and analysis needed to enforce pertinent legislation, enhance the issuance of international mechanical design and production related certification, and better facilitate the environmental labelling procedure and perform feasibility analysis.
6. Develop a keen understanding of modern design and production enterprises and    opportunities.
7. Become familiar with welding fundamentals, processes and equipment, materials and metallurgy and welding safety.
8. Be capable to inspect and evaluate quality of welds and finished weldments
9. Be able to use the basic hand tools and power tools in a variety of conditions
10. Develop a balanced perspective on safety and environmental concerns by offering to the students a broad-based understanding which will help at management level decision.
11. Be equipped with the necessary knowledge and acumen to move into decision-making roles.
12. Understand the organizational, political and entrepreneurial aspects of the industry.
13. Be able to use effectively state-of-the-art software tools for advanced design and production engineering.
14. Be able to gather information about the main local and international funding opportunities for promoting in a sustainable way the activities of modern design and production industry.
15. Obtaining the necessary knowledge background so that they can become chartered in the professional chambers and associations.
16. Be capable of using research results in education, within their professional environments and in society.
17. Provide an advanced understanding and balanced perspective on the financial reporting and contractual activity of the design and production industry.
18. Illustrating leading edge company practice in all areas of financial reporting, from environmental impact to corporate strategy and to emphasise the roles of all players in this.

Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semesters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either during the last week of September or the first week of February. Candidates may submit an application for admission in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment. Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could be provided within the summer period.

Admission Requirements

Candidates’ minimum qualifications for admittance to the program are:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University in Mechanical Engineering or any related engineering field
• Fluency in English

In the case that the number of candidates may be greater than the maximum number of students that can be admitted to the program, additional criteria for the selection of the students would be:

• Bachelor’s degree overall Grade Point Average (GPA);
• Professional experience

Eligible candidates will be selected and admitted to the Programme, after a personal interview. The interviews will be conducted by an evaluation committee, formed by the Program Coordinator (chair of the committee) and two members of the program’s teaching staff.

A. Nationals of EU countries
Candidates who are nationals of EU countries can enter Cyprus as visitors. On arrival at Frederick University they must submit to the Admission Office the following:

• A fully completed application form.
• An application fee of Euro 25 (non-refundable).
• Attested (certified true) copies of their academic qualifications.
• Evidence of proficiency in English, (if available).
• A photocopy of their passport. The passport should be valid for at least one year from the date of their arrival to Cyprus.
• A recent certificate of good conduct issued by the police of the candidate’s country of origin or residence, if necessary translated in Greek or English. The good conduct certificate should be original and issued less than 6 months prior to the beginning of the semester for which the student is applying. The names and titles of the persons issuing and certifying the document should be clearly stated therein.

Furthermore, they must pay the registration fee, the semester tuition fees, and register for subjects. Next they must apply to the Migration Department for a temporary residence permit. The application to the Migration Department must be supported by evidence that they have paid their tuition fees for the semester, have enough funds for their initial living expenses and have obtained local health insurance coverage.

B. Applicants from non EU countries
International Students from non EU countries need to have a valid student visa in order to be allowed to enter Cyprus. The issue of an entry visa takes about 6 weeks from the date of the submission of the application. It is therefore recommended that candidates submit their application at least 8 weeks before the beginning of the semester. Cyprus Migration Department requirements in respect of the issue of a student visa, which from time to time may be modified, are available to candidates in a separate document.

Once the Conditional Acceptance Letter is issued by the University, the prospective student is directed
by an Admissions Officer to send to the University several documents by email and then by courier.
The documents are as follows:
1. Original attested passport copy must be valid for 2 years
2. Original attested copy of High School Leaving Certificate and mark sheets
3. Original attested Police Clearance Certificate must be valid for 6 months
4. Original attested bank letter showing that the student’s sponsor has the financial ability to
support tuition fees and leaving expenses must be valid for 6 months
5. Original attested bank statement which clearly shows the minimum amount of €7,000 in the
sponsor’s account must be valid for 1 month
6. Original attested chest X-ray report for Tuberculosis must be valid for 4 months
7. Original attested blood test results for HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B and C must be valid for 4
months
8. Attested document of parental consent for the student’s proposed stay in Cyprus and its
official translation in Greek or English– only for applicants below the age of 18 years
(minors).
9. Attested reports of medical tests showing that they are not suffering from Hepatitis B,
Hepatitis C, HIV, Syphilis and a chest X-ray report.
10. A recent certificate of good conduct issued by the police of the candidate’s country of
origin or residence, if necessary translated in Greek or English. The good conduct
certificate should be original and issued less than 6 months prior to the beginning of the
semester for which the student is applying. The names and titles of the persons issuing
and certifying the document should be clearly stated therein.
11. Attested letter from a bank in the country of origin or residence stating that the student or
his/her parent (s) – full names to be mentioned – have the financial capability to cover the
cost of living and studying in Cyprus, and the student’s repatriation cost, as well as recent
bank statement showing a balance of at least €7000 (seven thousand Euro).

It is estimated that, on average, a student spends about 600 Euro per month for private accommodation, utilities, food and transportation. Of course, a budget is a very personal thing, depending on one’s preferences.

Full time students from non EU countries are entitled to seek employment of 20 hours per week during the study period, provided that the employment hours will not coincide with their study hours at the University, or 38 hours per week during their holidays. The right to employment starts after the completion of six months study and residence in Cyprus. 

Scholarships aim is to support young people with capabilities to distinguish and to contribute to the development and social progress.

The university offers full and partial scholarships to incoming students based on the academic merit of the high school performance. The University also has in place a scholarship scheme for continuing students which reduces tuition fees based on the GPA achieved by the student. The percentage of reduction is related to the GPA achieved.

Additionally, Frederick University has a broad range of scholarships to athletes.