You must have competence in English language to study with us. The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all four components)
Why study occupational safety and health management with us
Building on your previous qualifications (such as a NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma in Higher Education) or experience, our occupational safety course mixes theory with practice to give you the additional knowledge, skills and practical experience to progress in your career.
You’ll graduate with the specialist skillset to competently carry out risk appraisals for safety, hygiene, health and environmental issues, and gain the confidence to implement solutions that will create positive workplace cultures.
Our course has excellent graduate employment rates (Destination of Leavers in Higher Education survey), with many of our graduates pursuing international careers in areas including health, transport, education and government agencies.
Learn to apply your new safety appraisal skills
You’ll pay regular visits to our industry partners to build your practical experience, develop your communication skills, enhance your problem-solving ability, and learn how to confidently carry out risk appraisals.
We’ve got a reputation for excellence and work closely with our network of employers to make sure our course meets the current needs of the industry.
You’ll have access to specialist resources – including top-of-the-range equipment and labs for HSE monitoring and assessment – throughout your studies.
Get the support you need to succeed
While you’re learning, you’ll be matched with a Personal Tutor directly related to your course. You’ll also get support from our Student Learning and Graduate Academic Assistants, who have experience in your subject area.
Our course is equivalent to the final year of a degree (see the Entry Requirements tab for more information) and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
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Core modules
Philosophy and Approaches to Health and Safety at Work (30 credits) - Compulsory
Toxicology and Science Foundation (15 credits) – Compulsory
Occupational hygiene, health and ergonomics (15 credits) – Compulsory
Workplace and Fire Safety (15 credits) - Compulsory
Environmental Assessment and Management (15 credits) - Optional
Management of health and well-being (15 credits) - Optional
Research Methods and Project (30 credits) - Compulsory
This course can open the doors to a wide range of careers. You could work in a company as a health, safety and environment advisor, or within a specialist consultancy, or as a self-employed practitioner. Many of our graduates also work overseas for international companies.
Previous graduates have found work in the following sectors:
Transport for London
Ferrovial, St Georges,
NHS trusts
Local Authorities
Government agencies
Universities
Human Factors
Facilities management
Consultancies
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
