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Safety & Risk Management MSc/PgDip/PgCert

University of Strathclyde Department of Education

Part time September, March MSc, PGDip, PGCert PgCert:/ MSc Year 1: 9 months PgDip/ MSc Year 2: 9 months MSc/MSc Year 3: 9 months MSc by direct entry: 16 months

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About the course

This part-time distance learning programme develops highly effective occupational safety and health practitioners who can operate across the full spectrum of working environments.

Written and supported by a dedicated team of part-time tutors/practitioners engaged in health and safety practice, the course offers a unique opportunity to acquire knowledge and expertise in a highly-practical context.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Safety & Risk Management has been formally accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) as satisfying the academic requirements for Graduate Membership (GradIOSH). Following successful completion of the Certificate, there is an opportunity to progress to higher-level study and Chartered Membership (CMIOSH).

Entry Requirements

PgCert: Relevant qualifications in occupational health and safety (e.g. NEBOSH Certificate FHEQ level 3/SCQF level 6) and a University Degree (or equivalent preparation for postgraduate study), plus relevant work experience.

PgDip: 2:2 Honours degree, plus GradIOSH membership (or a qualification that provides such membership), plus significant relevant work experience.

MSc by direct entry (90 credits): IOSH accredited Postgraduate Diploma (obtained from a University, FHEQ level 7/SCQF level 11) in a safety-related discipline, plus significant relevant work experience.

MSc (dissertation only): Postgraduate Diploma in Safety & Risk Management from University of Strathclyde.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university based in the heart of Glasgow – Scotland’s largest, most cosmopolitan city. Founded in 1796 as a ‘place of useful learning’, the university is home to around 30,000 students from more than 140 countries. The University has delivered academic excellence through world-class research and education for over 200 years. This is underpinned by a commitment to innovation and impact, flexibility and collaboration with business, government, industry and tech.