Course Overview

This part-time distance learning programme develops highly effective occupational safety and health practitioners who can operate across all 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 an efficient 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). After completing 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 distance learning study enables you to participate in your own time from any location and achieve a valuable qualification of benefit to you and your organisation.

General Eligibility

Academic requirements/experience

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, GradIOSH membership (or a qualification that provides such membership), and 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 the University of Strathclyde.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)