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MSc Degrees in Occupational Health and Safety

11 degrees at 6 universities in the UK.

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About Postgraduate Occupational Health and Safety

Occupational Health and Safety focusses on protecting and enhancing the well-being, health and safety of people in the workplace. The primary goal is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and accidents by identifying potential hazards in the work environment and introducing preventative safety measures.

An MSc in Occupational Health and Safety in the UK is an advanced programme which builds on the foundation material covered in an undergraduate course, focussing on the study of principles, best practices, and current regulations relating to workplace safety. The degree covers a wide range of topics including risk assessment, safety management systems, occupational health strategies and legal frameworks.

There are 15 such courses in the UK, and entry typically requires an undergraduate degree in a relevant field; however, due to the highly vocational nature of this course, it’s possible to gain admission to an MSc course without a prior degree if you have sufficient recent work experience and can demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level.

What to expect

You’ll understand workplace hazards, safety culture and how to implement effective measures to prevent accidents and promote a healthy work environment. Courses are studied for one year with full-time attendance, or two years with part-time attendance, and the programme will include practical applications, site visits and engagement with industry professionals.

You can expect to emerge as a competent health and safety specialist, with a qualification that is accredited by The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Britain’s top regulatory body for workplace health and safety. The degree provides a pathway for career advancement and leadership roles in ensuring workplace well-being.

Occupational Health and Safety Management MSc

(4.4)

On this MSc Occupational Health and Safety Learning at Work Master's course, you can specialise and enhance your current knowledge, and Read more...

  • 3 years Part time degree: £4,200 per year (UK)

MSc Occupational Safety, Health and Environment

(4.3)

On this course, you’ll explore the scientific, health and psychosocial factors influencing health and safety in the 21st century.You’ll Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £10,600 per year (UK)

MSc Strategic Leadership in Occupational Safety and Health

(4.6)

This is a new, for 2025, professional practice award based on the IOSH Competency Framework with modules designed to integrate practice Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree

Occupational Hygiene MSc

(4.4)

This distance-learning Master’s in Occupational Hygiene covers all aspects of occupational hygiene, emphasising learning, research and Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £5,661 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree: £5,661 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree: £5,661 per year (UK)

MSc in Occupational Health and Safety Management (in partnership with NEBOSH)

(4.1)

Within this unique course, developed with and supported by NEBOSH, you’ll deal with real workplace challenges and your dissertation will be Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £6,450 per year (UK)

Partnership Masters Programme: Occupational Health and Safety Management MSc (Distance Learning)

(4.4)

On this MSc Occupational Health and Safety Learning at Work Master's course, you can specialise and enhance your current knowledge, and Read more...

  • 5 years Part time degree: £4,200 per year (UK)

Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management MSc

(4.6)

This course has an emphasis on developing professional skills and is delivered by a mix of academics with a practice background and Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,100 per year (UK)

MSc in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management (in partnership with NEBOSH)

(4.1)

In collaboration with NEBOSH, we offer a unique course where you tackle authentic workplace issues, anchoring your dissertation to your Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £6,450 per year (UK)

Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management (Learning at Work) MSc

(4.4)

Study our Learning at Work course alongside your current role part time and tailor your modules to fit your personal and career Read more...

  • 3 years Part time degree: £4,200 per year (UK)

Partnership Masters Programme (Occupational Hygiene) (Distance Learning)

(4.4)

On this MSc in Occupational Hygiene, you'll shape your own course so that your skills and knowledge are aligned to the BOHS Statement of Read more...

  • 5 years Part time degree: £4,200 per year (UK)

MSc Safety, Health and Environmental Management

(4.3)

With safety, health and environmental issues becoming increasingly important, there is growing demand for professionals with the right Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,060 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,060 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,060 per year (UK)