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Explosives Ordnance Engineering (MSc)

Cranfield University Cranfield Defence and Security

Full time & Part time September MSc, PGCert, PGDip MSc: 11 months full-time, up to three years part-time. Other Qualifications can be found on the website. 20 September 2026

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About the course

We see, hear and use thousands of explosives around the world every day, from the military and defence sector to mining and other industrial operations. This means the requirement for expertise in explosives and their engineering is crucial. The Explosives Ordnance Engineering MSc will teach you the necessary understanding behind explosives engineering, munitions and target response and look to the future in explosives development. This course allows you to take several elective modules to suit your career path. The choice can be made to focus on the likes of commercial explosives, safety or rocket propulsion. It becomes critical for those in careers in civilian and non-civilian roles which use, handle or engineer explosives or explosive materials. The course provides the advanced academic background necessary for students to contribute effectively to technically demanding projects in the field of explosives and explosives ordnance engineering (EOE).

Entry Requirements

A UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification.

Ideally applicants will have studied in a science or engineering related subject.

Find information about equivalent qualifications in your country on our International entry requirements page.

ATAS Certificate:
Students requiring a visa to study in the UK may need to apply for an ATAS certificate to study this course.

Fees

MSc Full-time £39,145
MSc Part-time £39,145 *
PgDip Full-time £31,305
PgDip Part-time £31,305 *
PgCert Full-time £17,155
PgCert Part-time £17,155 *
Deposit £1,000 **

International fees provided on website.

Where will I study?

Cranfield University

Cranfield delivers education exclusively at postgraduate level, with over 5,000 students from around the world and a strong staff-to-student ratio that supports personalised learning. The University is widely recognised for its close collaboration with industry, governments and organisations, ensuring its teaching and research are highly relevant and impactful. Our results are recognised in our awards and rankings, our partnerships, and the success of our alumni. The experience gained at Cranfield is transformational for both individuals and organisations alike. Cranfield is one of the UK’s most business-engaged universities, working with around 1,500 organisations globally - from SMEs to multinational corporations and government bodies.