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Course options
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Qualification
Professional Masters
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Location
John Anderson Campus
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Study mode
Part time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
16 Months
Course summary
Study with us
study from anywhere by online learning
accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for Certified Membership
open to those without a first degree
gain practical knowledge of direct use in the workplace via practioner-led support
CPD courses available including IOSH Managing Safely and Radiation Protection
Study mode and duration: Part-time online learning –
PgCert:/ MSc Year 1: 9 months
PgDip/ MSc Year 2: 9 months
MSc/MSc Year 3: 9 months
MSc by direct entry: 16 months
Why this course?
This part-time online 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 Certified Membership (CertIOSH). Following successful completion of the Certificate, there is an opportunity to progress to higher-level study and Chartered Membership (CMIOSH).
Flexible entry and exit points allow you to start and finish at appropriate points along the progression route, according to your current qualifications, relevant work experience and requirements. Studying by part-time online learning study enables you to participate in your own time from any location and achieve a valuable qualification of benefit to both you and your organisation.
What you'll study
At the Certificate and Diploma, you can expect to spend a minimum of 15 hours each week on various activities associated with the course. This may vary, depending on individuals' previous knowledge and experience, along with different learning styles.
Postgraduate Certificate
Youll complete three compulsory classes, each based on around 200 hours of study over approximately 12 weeks.
Postgraduate Diploma
For the Diploma award, you are required to complete four compulsory classes, in addition to the credits gained through the Certificate stage. Each class is based on around 100 to 200 hours of study, over 8 to 12 weeks.
MSc
Following successful completion of the Certificate and Diploma stages, you'll undertake a research project which is based on around 600 hours of study time over a maximum of 40 weeks. It begins in October and you'll make your final submission in June of the following year. Youre required to plan, implement and evaluate a major piece of research and development work. This involves an investigative and developmental project of professional relevance which is assessed on a report of 12,000 words.
Tuition fees
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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