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BSc (Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Military)
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Key Information
Part-time Duration: 14-24 Months
School: School for Defence, Security and Executive Education
Course Delivery: Online
Course Dates:
- 26th October 2026
- 15th February 2027
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a Defence-focused programme designed for personnel working in logistics, supply chain and related operational roles. It develops the management capability, professional judgement and academic expertise needed to manage people, operations and supply chain systems effectively.
The programme combines academic study with practical Defence experience, exploring logistics and supply chain management alongside leadership, project delivery and organisational decision-making. It develops transferable knowledge and skills that can be applied across military and civilian settings.
Through the accreditation of prior academic qualifications and relevant professional experience, eligible students can gain recognition for the first two levels of the degree and enter directly at Level 6 (final year).
Fees
| BSc (Hons) Logistics Management | 26/27 Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
| Closed Route – LOGMGTUB | £3,483** |
The current course fee is for the whole programme based on completion within two years following initial enrolment. This fee can be paid in two instalments.
*Subject to annual review of fees.
**Current or previous serving members of the UK Military may be eligible for a fees bursary. In order to qualify for this you must provide a Statement of Service/Military ID or any other formal evidence of your service with your application pack. If your application is successful we will provide details of the bursary enclosed in your offer letter. Our ELCAS provider number is 1283.
Contact Details for Further Enquiries:
Email: defenceandsecurity@lincoln.ac.uk
Additional Costs:
With regards to text books, University of Lincoln provides students who enrol with a comprehensive reading list and our extensive library holds either material or virtual versions of the core texts that students are required to read. However, students may prefer to purchase some of these for themselves and will therefore be responsible for this cost.
How You Study
The programme is delivered entirely online, combining up to ten hours of tutor contact with self-directed study. Teaching includes a range of methods, such as online lectures, academic discussions and independent research, supported through Blackboard, which also provides access to learning resources and online assessments. Assessment is designed to develop independent learning and the practical application of knowledge, supported by close working relationships with tutors.
Flexibility
The programme offers flexibility to accommodate military commitments, including operational deployments. Students can formally interrupt their studies for up to 24 months, at no additional cost, and resume when circumstances allow.
Assessments
Assessment methods vary across modules and may include coursework, essays, dissertations, written assignments, portfolio development and presentations. Assessments are designed to demonstrate your academic understanding and the practical application of knowledge. You will receive feedback on assessments no later than 15 working days after the date of submission, in line with the University of Lincoln’s assessment feedback policy.
Modules
Organisational Command and Management Experience (Core)
This module is designed to develop students’ ability to integrate leadership, management and command within complex organisational and operational environments. Students will engage critically with relevant academic theories, professional evidence and realistic management and command scenarios to develop their analytical capability, professional judgement and decision-making.
Operational Leadership and Project Delivery (Core)
The module brings together Operational and Project Management through a Risk Management lens, allowing the student to apply their knowledge to a workplace context and create real-life ideas for change.
Strategic Leadership and Management (Core)
The Strategic Leadership and Management module develops students’ ability to lead and manage responsibly within complex contemporary organisations. It examines the contribution of leadership and management to organisational purpose, strategic objectives and operational effectiveness, recognising that managers must respond to changing organisational, technological, social and professional environments.
Elective Modules
Managing Projects
In this module students have the opportunity to develop a solid foundation in the theory and best practice of project management, and can develop the practical skills of how to plan, implement and control projects. The module aims to provide students with an understanding of the system perspective on management and a practically-oriented introduction to the nature, purpose and standards of project management and its key functional objectives (scope, time, cost, quality, risk and flexibility). The role and qualities of the project manager and the composition of the team are also evaluated.
Applied Research and Evidence-Based Practice
This module is intended to provide the baseline skills that will be exercised throughout the rest of the programme. It will essentially function as a combination of a research methods module and a core academic skills package. The intent is to provide a core suite of skills and to make students aware of the methodological toolkit available to them in order to conduct research at this level of study, which will be required in all modules and two familiarise them with practises around evidence, critical thinking, and contemporary challenges or opportunities related to artificial intelligence.
Logistics Supply Systems
This module develops students’ understanding of integrated Defence supply systems, including demand, fulfilment, inventory management, storage, stockholding, distribution and reverse logistics. It also examines the role of information systems and data in supporting supply chain visibility, control, accountability and decision-making.
Logistics Process and Practice
This module introduces students to the professional knowledge and practices required to support the management of logistics functions and associated supply chains within Defence organisations and operational environments.
Students will examine the policies, procedures and control mechanisms used to manage accounting, inventory, financial resources and allowances. This includes approaches to stock control, stocktaking, discrepancy investigation, loss reporting, budgetary control and the maintenance of appropriate audit trails. Students will consider how effective governance and accountability contribute to operational assurance and the responsible use of Defence resources.
Logistics Project Management and Analysis
This module develops students’ ability to investigate defined military logistics and supply chain problems using appropriate evidence, data and analytical techniques. Students will examine how project-management principles can be used to translate analysis into planned action, taking account of scope, time, cost, quality, resources, risk and stakeholder requirements.
Strategic Supply Chain Management: Resilience and Transformation
This module places the end-to-end supply chain at the centre of organisational strategy. Students will examine the principles and component parts of integrated supply chain management and analyse the relationships and interdependencies that connect supply, operations, distribution and customers or service users. They will consider how supply chain design and management contribute to competitive advantage, operational effectiveness and public-service or Defence outcomes.
Benefits for Students
Students may benefit from the following features of the course:
- Flexible – All of our awards are studied via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) so as long as you have access to a reliable internet connection, you should be able to study regardless of where you are in the world
- Affordable – Qualifies for Enhanced Learning Credits
- Transferable – Recognised professionally and academically
- Supported – One to one tutor advice and guidance throughout the programme
Benefits for the MOD
The MOD may benefit from the following features of the course:
- Tailored Course - These programmes have been specially designed with the MOD in mind
- Minimal Disruption - Distance learning is conducted remotely
- Tangible Benefits - Student work may be utilised by the MOD to realise measurable operational improvements, budgetary savings and to drive future policy and strategy
- Staff Development - This programme is designed to equip staff with skills, understanding and knowledge that can be put to immediate use in the workplace
Entry Requirements
This is a final level top-up degree course, with Level one and two being accredited through previous academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. The University has recognised the high standard of phase one and two training received by military logistics personnel through formal accreditation of the first two levels of study of the undergraduate degree programme. This means officers, SNCOs and JNCOs who have successfully completed phase one and phase two training have only the final year of the degree to complete.
Logistics Officers
Programme Code: LOGMGTUB
The University of Lincoln has recognised the high standard of phase one and two training received by logistics personnel in their career training. This has led to the formal accreditation of this military training which means Logistics Officers gain credits to meet the first two levels of study of this undergraduate degree programme.
Study on the initial Logistics Officer training is also recognised by the university formally through an agreement with the Defence College of Logistics, Personnel and Administration (DCLPA), for the accreditation of an additional two final year modules worth 45 of the 120 credit points needed. This leaves successful RN ILOC, RLC TCC and RAF LOT graduates who have completed their military training within the 5 years prior to enrolment on the degree programme, needing to complete only a further three final level modules (75 of the 120 CATS points) successfully in order to gain the BSc (Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain Management degree.
Your Future Career
This programme is designed to help students advance their careers by furthering their management competence and general employability. The course is designed can enable students to extend their skills, knowledge and perspective and to provide them with opportunities for personal and career development.
Careers Service
The University Careers and Employability Team offer qualified advisors who can work with students to provide tailored, individual support and careers advice during their time at the University. As a member of our alumni we also offer one-to-one support in the first year after completing a course, including access to events, vacancy information and website resources; with access to online vacancies and virtual resources for the following two years.
This service can include one-to-one coaching, CV advice and interview preparation to help you maximise our graduates future opportunities.
The service works closely with local, national and international employers, acting as a gateway to the business world.
Visit our Careers Service pages for further information.