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Overview
About this programme
The PgCert provides you with the skills to apply Human Factors to reduce the risk of incidents occurring, as well as to respond appropriately to health, safety or wellbeing incidents. Through the study of Human Factors, you will be able to demonstrate benefit to everyone involved, including patients, service users, staff, contractors, carers, families and friends. Learn more with this master of Human Factors for Patient Safety from Staffordshire University.
The PgDip extends your insights and capabilities, providing you with a deeper understanding of the philosophy, theories, science and application of Human Factors within Health and Social Care sectors. This will be achieved by addressing Human Factors principles for both management and physical elements of the systems that you work within. The PgDip will also provide you with an in-depth critical understanding of research methodology and methods for use within Health and Social Care settings. Together, these elements will help you to develop the necessary skills to undertake your MSc dissertation project or evaluation of a project-based change.
Upon completion of the MSc, you will have achieved a comprehensive understanding of the subject area and be able to undertake a critical evaluation of Human Factors in your workplace and elsewhere. You will have developed your reflexive ability to undertake Human Factors research and to deliver achievable Human Factors solutions.
Programme Structure
Courses
- Human Factors For Equipment, Instructions And Physical Environment Human
- Factors For Management Of Organisations, Teams And Individuals Research
- Methods (In Health And Social Care Settings)
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
The earlier you apply, the better. International applicants are encouraged to apply for courses at the beginning of the academic year.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 72
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended, Online
Disciplines
Health Administration Health Sciences View 1790 other Masters in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 72
Other requirements
General requirements
- A degree from a UK university or equivalent is desirable but not essential. We also welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and professional experience with evidence of your ability to successfully undertake the course and benefit from it.
- For those whose first language is not English you need to demonstrate a minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) as administered by the British Council in most countries or equivalent.
- It is essential that you have access to computer facilities and internet access.
Tuition Fee
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International
8460 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8460 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
8460 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8460 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Stoke-on-Trent
550 - 850 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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