The University of Northampton is a relatively young institution, founded in 2005, with a total student population of 12,554, including 2,460 international students. The university has a strong focus on social impact and has won multiple awards for its work in this area. The institution aims to break the traditional mould of higher education and provide an innovative and immersive learning experience for its students. Its state-of-the-art Waterside Campus, opened in 2018, is designed to reflect the way students actually learn. The university is committed to transforming lives and inspiring change, ensuring that students have the opportunity to make their mark on the world.

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Our Lift Engineering MSc course will benefit lift engineers and consultants as well as members of senior management in the lift industry. You will gain an in-depth understanding of advanced technical issues arising in lift design, maintenance and contract management. The programme teaches the skills required in electrical and mechanical science, together with mathematics and other engineering areas associated with the lift industry. This lift engineering degree has been accredited by IMechE under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords. Show less

The University of Northampton is a modern, dynamic institution with a strong commitment to transforming lives and inspiring change. Founded in 2005, the university is one of the youngest in the UK but has already established itself as a leader in adding value to society, which it calls social impact. The institution is home to a diverse student population of over 12,500, including more than 2,400 international students from over 120 countries around the world. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various subject areas, including business, law, education, health, social sciences, and the arts. The University of Northampton takes an innovative approach to higher education and has built a whole new campus, the Waterside Campus, which opened in 2018. This state-of-the-art campus is designed to reflect the way students actually learn and provides an immersive, interactive, and engaging learning environment. The university is committed to making a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities. It has won multiple awards for its work in areas such as social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and community engagement. The institution was also the first university in the UK to be named as a Changemaker Campus in 2012 by Ashoka U, a global network of universities committed to social innovation and changemaking. At the University of Northampton, students have the opportunity to develop their skills, knowledge, and experience to become changemakers themselves. The institution's focus on social impact, innovation, and creativity means that graduates are equipped to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.

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