Key information
The MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management gives you cutting-edge expertise and practical skills to launch a successful career in the private or public sector.
- Level
- Postgraduate Taught
- Delivery type
- Full Time, Part Time
- Degree qualification
- MSc
- Mode of delivery
- On-Campus
- Duration
- 1 year
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Start date
- September, January
- Next intake
- September
MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Heriot-Watt University prepares you to tackle the global challenges shaping today’s supply chains, such as cost, supply risks, geopolitical instability, sustainability and digital information. This one-year programme combines advanced academic insight with real-world practice, giving you the skills employers demand worldwide.
You’ll develop the ability to think critically, analyse complex data, and apply solutions to real-world business cases. Alongside technical knowledge, you’ll gain highly valued transferable skills, such as working to strict deadlines, managing projects independently and in teams and communicating solutions effectively. Guest lectures from industry leaders bring current issues like ethics, risk, and modern slavery into focus, while optional courses allow you to tailor your learning in areas such as big data and green logistics.
Graduates join leading organisations including Tesco, Amazon, DHL, Rolls Royce and Unilever in roles such as supply chain analyst, logistics manager, and procurement specialist. With strong industry links and a curriculum shaped by employer needs, this degree equips you to lead in a fast-changing, globally connected sector.
Students on this programme have the opportunity to participate in the Practice Excellence Network (PEN), replacing a traditional dissertation with a live, industry‑led project where academic learning is applied to real organisational challenges, strengthening professional judgement and employability.
Your student experience
Your learning is guided by the expertise of our academics tackling global challenges through Heriot-Watt’s research in areas such as Net Zero and Health and Care Technologies. Through our Centre for Logistics and Sustainability, we specialise in the management, integration, and modelling of logistics activity with a strong focus on environmental impact and sustainable practices, critical to modern supply chains.
Building on this strong research foundation, you’ll benefit from academic expertise across a broad range of fields, including manufacturing systems, service design and digital transformation. This breadth gives you a holistic, future‑oriented perspective on logistics and supply chain management.
You’ll learn from academics whose work provides government, industry, and commercial sectors across the UK and Europe with insights into logistical trends, transport benchmarking, and road use. Much of this research is translated into practical management guides, tools, and techniques. This means your coursework and projects mirror real industry needs, preparing you for careers with leading organisations.
Course content
September Intake - Edinburgh
Year 1
Mandatory September
- Freight Transport and Warehouse Management
- Strategies for Managing Supply Chains
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Risk and Resilience
Mandatory January
- Research Philosophy and Practice
- Global Procurement and Supply
- Green and Sustainable Logistics
Optional January
- Quality Management
- Project Management
- Systems Thinking and Analysis
Mandatory May
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management Dissertation
January Intake - Edinburgh
Year 1
Mandatory January
- Research Philosophy and Practice
- Global Procurement and Supply
- Green and Sustainable Logistics
Optional January
- Systems Thinking and Analysis
- Project Management
- Quality Management
Mandatory September
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Risk and Resilience
- Freight Transport and Warehouse Management
- Strategies for Managing Supply Chains
Mandatory Second January
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management Dissertation
Disclaimer
The courses mentioned above may change between now and the time that you study. For more information, please view our Terms and Conditions.
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Student testimonials
Datious's story
Graduate, Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc
The MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management provided me with a comprehensive understanding of sustainability, reverse logistics, green logistics, supply chain optimisation, and emerging industry technologies. The guidance of experienced lecturers made the learning experience truly enriching.
Tage's story
Graduate, Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc
The MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management gave me the ideal foundation for a career in supply chain leadership. Studying in Edinburgh, with all its opportunities to explore and enjoy life beyond the classroom, made the experience even more rewarding.
See moreI wanted to specialise further and build a deeper understanding of how organisations create value through integrated operations. As I’m interested in how supply chains can be designed to be both efficient and environmentally responsible, it offered the right mix of strategic insight and practical tools to build deeper expertise in this field. So, gaining comprehensive knowledge of logistics and supply chain management felt like the natural next step.
Fees and funding
| Status | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £12,744 | £6,372 |
| International | £28,952 | £14,476 |
- Status: Your residency status is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course.
- International: 'International' includes applicants from European Union countries who do not hold Pre-Settled or Settled status in UK. (This does not include students from the Republic of Ireland - see above).
Scholarships and bursaries
Postgraduate scholarships and bursaries
We aim to encourage well-qualified, ambitious students to study with us and we offer a wide variety of scholarships and bursaries to achieve this. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.
Entry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.
Year 1
A minimum of honours degree at 2:2 or non-UK equivalent in a relevant subject. Whilst we can consider applicants from a wide range of academic backgrounds such as Logistics, Engineering, Business Admin/ Management, Journalism, we hope to see demonstrable evidence of numeracy. This can include algebra, statistics, calculus, Accountancy and Finance, or similar subjects that shows ability to manipulate numbers. Work or project experience in a logistics-related field will be of further advantage but is not essential.
We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.
The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5 except for writing which must be at 6.0 minimum.
If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies.
Please see our detailed English language requirements.
Why Heriot-Watt
We have been producing career-ready graduates since 1821. With our roots as the world’s first Mechanics Institute, Heriot-Watt is a pioneering university with a global reach.
At Heriot-Watt, learning goes beyond the lecture theatre. We tackle real world challenges through extraordinary research – from climate change to protecting our oceans, to advancing life-saving medical breakthroughs and shaping the next generation of AI. We are also committed to developing forward-thinking design and sustainable business practices that impact industries worldwide. On our campuses you’ll find some of the world’s most advanced facilities, while our strong industry links set you up for career success. This is why almost 90% of our graduates are in employment or further education (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).
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