Production and Materials Engineering - Master's Programme

Sustainability in manufacturing is about designing resource-efficient production systems that use the right technology for value creation, while ensuring good working environments. The programme integrates manufacturing processes, production systems and materials engineering – focusing on sustainable production, digitalisation, automation, and global manufacturing. You will have the possibility to specialise in a chosen field of production engineering and benefit from a strong international perspective.

The programme equips you with the knowledge, skills and vision to tackle challenges in manufacturing, industrial automation, and product development. You will be able to evaluate, decide and design processes, systems and components based on different strategies on e.g. resources, component properties and sustainability. With a global-to-local perspective, the programme explores production and materials engineering in a changing world, ensuring that you understand both the broader industrial landscape and local applications. The system perspective is central, providing you with the ability to manage complex processes in production and material processing.

As a graduate, you will be able to analyse, evaluate, and optimise complex manufacturing processes and production systems involved in product realisation, preparing you for a future in advanced manufacturing industries.

The programme takes a multidisciplinary approach. Through a mix of courses, seminars, workshops, and projects, you will combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience leading to a comprehensive knowledge. You will develop skills in project management, strategic decision-making and the optimisation of comlex processes.

The programme is based on integration, interaction and team work and you will use and develop your skills and experiences together with other students. The diverse, multinational student group enhances your intercultural and global management skills. You will learn to tackle cross-functional and interdisciplinary challenges in industrial production using a holistic and problem-solving mindset.

Many courses are organised in collaboration with industry partners, both global industrial giants and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a combination of guest lectures, company visits and case based assignments, the strong industry links ensure that your learning remains relevant to real-world applications.

In the final semester, you will do a Master’s thesis project, often in collaboration with a company. The project allows you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting, strengthening your practical skills and professional network.

The programme is offered by LTH, Lunds Tekniska Högskola (The Faculty of Engineering at Lund University).

The demand for specialists in this field is growing across industries and government agencies worldwide. According to the Bruegel Blueprint, employment opportunities in industrial production are expected to grow steadily in the EU, North America, and East Asia until 2030.

This increasing demand is driven by competitive pressure, advancements in technology, and the development of new materials. As industries strive to optimise production processes in terms of cost efficiency and environmental sustainability, skilled production engineers play a crucial role in improving and refining existing and emerging manufacturing technologies.

With a degree in Production and Materials Engineering, you have a wide range of career opportunities both at Swedish and international industries. Graduates work in product design, production engineering, industrial automation, production maintenance, materials engineering, production management, sales, and operations planning, helping to drive innovation and efficiency in global manufacturing. A recent survey revealed that alumni work at companies such as Scania, Volvo Cars, IKEA, Tetra Pak, Axis Communications, Thule Group, and Sandvik.

Many graduates have continued their studies as PhD students in areas like manufacturing processes, industrial automation, and production management at Swedish or international universities.

Prerequisites

A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or equivalent. Completed basic courses in algebra and calculus corresponding to at least 20 credits/ECTS, one course in manufacturing engineering and/or production technology and one course in engineering materials. English 6.

Selection criteria

The selection is based on academic qualifications and on a statement of purpose.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 370,000
First payment: SEK 92,500

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Lund University Global Scholarship Programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship

Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities. 

ARUA Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarship: Global professionals

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students from certain countries who are applying for select Master's programmes in Sweden. 

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website

Swedish Institute Scholarship: Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships for Master's studies in Sweden for women from selected countries in Africa and Asia who want to pursue degrees in STEM fields. Check the country and programme requirements on the Swedish Institute's website to see if you are eligible for the scholarship.

SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University. Most agreements are intended for Master’s applicants, although certain opportunities may also be available to Bachelor’s students.

Country-specific scholarships

External scholarships

In addition to scholarships offered by Lund University or through its partner agreements, there are external opportunities. On the page below, you’ll find examples of organisations that may provide financial support for international students from specific countries. 

External scholarships