Systems Thinking in Practice (E28) (Taught)

This diploma develops your ability to approach and tackle complex, messy problem situations. It provides practical tools that bring new perspectives and approaches to problem-solving; it may change your thinking about a task or a wider situation of interest. You’ll consider other people’s roles, reflect on your own and others’ practice and assess how the different components are related. The course develops holistic thinking and collaborative working skills, helping you move towards effective solutions and avoid systemic failures. You’ll choose option modules from engineering, business, development, environmental and innovation management.

Key features of the course

• Develop fresh ways of thinking about and approaching complex tasks and situations

• Gain the tools and skills needed to tackle problem situations holistically, effectively and ethically

• Top up to our MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice in just one more year

Course Modules

To gain this qualification, you need 120 credits. You'll study two 30-credit systems thinking modules and choose 60 credits from a range of option modules.