A program in engineering design typically encompasses a variety of technological topics. Most curriculums focus on areas such as manufacturing management, process and product design and manufacturing systems. Students will also often take classes in mathematics, technical methods and social sciences.

Graduate certificate programs intend to confer professional credentials on students who wish to advance their careers. These programs might be particularly useful to students wishing to pursue postgraduate studies or professionals who wish to secure more credibility.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.