Why this programme expand_more
Prepare to make an impact
The increasing demand for highly skilled professionals in welding engineering has driven the need for specialized education. That’s why University West has developed the master’s in international Welding Engineering.
Are you passionate about making an ecological, economic and social impact in your career? The master’s programme is designed to educate welding professionals with the knowledge and attitudes required to promote companies’ technological transitions to a sustainable industrial and social environment.
Linkage to an internationally-known organisation
The programme is harmonised with the International Welding Engineer (IWE) diploma, an internationally recognised welding education certified by the International Institute of Welding (IIW) through their national organisations. Providing students with a globally recognized qualification for professional welding coordination roles.
After passing the master's programme courses, you can earn an IWE certificate by taking an oral examination with the Swedish Welding Commission
Advanced laboratories and access to experts
As a production technology engineer with a specialisation in welding engineering, you will have access to our Production Technology Centre (PTC) during your studies. PTC is one of the largest and most updated manufacturing laboratories in Sweden.
The PTC has been supporting the work of experts in production technology for over 15 years. This collaborative platform offers a unique collection of research technologies related to welding:
- Modern manufacturing processes
- Robotics and automation
- Additive manufacturing
Advanced equipment
- Fusion welding processes, laser welding, friction stir welding (FSW), etc.
- Gleeble welding simulator and Varestraint testing
- Advanced materials testing and characterisation laboratory equipment
Your courses and teachers are connected to the active research of Production Technology West (PTW), internationally recognised for work in production systems and processes in the manufacturing industry.
We built your specialisation in welding in close collaboration with corporate partners, who will provide you with insight and project work throughout your studies. Your training concludes with a thesis project you design and complete in collaboration with a company or within the PTW research group.
Academic and corporate connections
University West is Sweden’s leading university in work-integrated learning (WIL). We were tasked with the development of WIL by the Swedish government 15+ years ago and continue to lead the field today. This approach focuses on problem-based learning for industry and gives you access to real projects from partner companies and research centres. The programme also includes several guest lectures from companies, making sure you always get the latest perspectives from industry.
Specialised and personal
University West offers an intimate campus environment without the usual barriers between academic staff and students. Here, your professors are easily accessible to answer questions, hold discussions and provide individual feedback. The teacher-to-student ratio is higher than at most comparable programmes at other universities.
While large universities have several focus areas, University West’s small size and high quality allow us to focus on and dedicate resources to a few prioritised/selected areas, such as production technology and processes. This ensures a high-quality programme as well as a warm and friendly atmosphere.
International environment
Students from around the globe come together to create a unique and international environment. Your programme is fully taught in English, and you will study together with students from Sweden as well as international students from Asia, Europe, Africa and North and South America.
Most of your instructors also have international experience in both research and education. This will enhance your cultural experience and English-language proficiency.
