Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management MSc

Program Overview

The MSc in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management equips students with the knowledge and skills to lead workplace risk management processes. Through a combination of theory and practical application, graduates develop a critical mindset and the ability to solve problems and prioritize solutions effectively in the fields of occupational health, environmental management, and risk management. The program is internationally recognized and accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The MSc in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead workplace risk management processes. The course focuses on developing and implementing a safety culture through various approaches, such as process, behavior-based safety, management systems, and adaptive systems.

Objectives:

• Understand the importance of organisational culture and how management and leadership strategies can improve safety performance.
• Learn about the theory and application of risk management in the context of workplace, work environment and work equipment safety.
• Gain knowledge of environmental pollution prevention, focusing on skills development using common pollutants.
• Develop legal and technical knowledge to lead workplace risk management processes.
• Gain skills in environmental assessment, which are highly valued by employers in health and safety roles.

Program Description:

The program is taught by a mix of academics and industry practitioners, leveraging strong industry connections and professional body affiliations. The course is suitable for both experienced occupational health and safety (OH&S) professionals and those new to the field. Through fusing existing experiences with theory, the course provides the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed for a successful career in occupational health and safety. Graduates will develop a critical and creative mindset towards professional practice, enabling them to solve problems and prioritize solutions effectively. Students will gain the ability to:

• Independently select, apply, and evaluate various inspection and investigation techniques.
• Confidently make decisions and recommendations in complex OHSE situations.
• Develop policies, implement interventions, and improve negotiation, advocacy, management, leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Other:

• The program is internationally recognized, with excellent opportunities worldwide.
• It is accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
• Environmental Assessment and Management: Provides knowledge and insights into environmental pollution prevention, focusing on skills development using common pollutants.
• Factors Affecting Risk and Strategic Risk Intervention: Explores the theory and application of risk management at a strategic level, focusing on frameworks and decision-making processes.
• Applied Health and Safety and Technology: Enhances skills in inspection, testing, and evaluation concerning the physical and traumatic dangers of workplaces, equipment, and processes.
• Occupational Hygiene and Health: Appraises and evaluates the legal, theoretical, and practical aspects of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, controlling, and managing risks presented by workplace hazardous agents.
• Philosophy and Leadership of Occupational Safety and Health Improvement: Provides a strategic view of leadership, partnerships, and policy for occupational health and safety, together with key legal principles.
• Management of Workplace Safety: Explores the theory and application of risk management in the context of workplace, work environment, and work equipment safety.
• Research Methods and MSc Project: Equips students with organizational and research management skills to formulate research questions, design, and implement an MSc project.

Typical Weekly Breakdown:

• On-campus: 10 hours
• Online: 1 hour
• Independent study: 5 hours

Course Schedule:

The course is offered full-time and part-time, with the full-time option requiring 1800 hours for completion.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

Assessment is primarily through coursework, which may include essays, case study presentations, reflective thinking diaries, and online practical assessments. Students are also required to complete a dissertation, which allows them to demonstrate their research ability or apply theoretical concepts to real-world problems.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, group work, discussions, problem-solving exercises, and workshops. Some sessions may be delivered online. Students will have access to a faculty with extensive expertise and professional experience.

• The program emphasizes independent study, with students expected to dedicate a significant amount of time outside of class to reading, research, and project work.
• The course offers support to help students develop their academic skills, including one-to-one sessions, workshops, and support from the library, IT teams, and learning experts.

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in areas such as:

• Occupational health
• Occupational hygiene
• Environmental management
• Risk management
• Consultancy

Outcomes:

The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to take on a variety of roles within the occupational health and safety field. Previous graduates have found employment in various organizations, including:

• Transport for London
• Ferrovial
• St Georges
• NHS trusts
• Local Authorities
• Government agencies
• Universities
• Human factors (ergonomics)
• The university offers various scholarships to support students with their studies.
• The course content may be subject to changes based on legislation, regulation, and government guidance.
• The university prioritizes maintaining academic standards and quality, and students will be informed of any adjustments to the program in advance.