MSc Risk Management

Accredited by the Institute of Risk Management, the MSc Risk Management at De Montfort University is designed for individuals who wish to understand and implement risk assessment and for professionals who want to further their careers by learning about risk management. During this course, you will understand not just the numerical aspects but also the effect of human psychology on risk management.

During this programme, you will cover core risk management topics such as project and crisis management, governance, assurance, and business continuity. You will also develop skills such as leadership, risk assessment, decision-making, effective communication, people management needed to analyse and manage both present and future risks.

For this course, you will learn through a combination of practical and theoretical methods. You will attend lectures and tutorials, make presentations, and work on group projects and case studies. You will apply what you've learned through simulations, computer modelling, and guest lectures. Assessment will occur through case studies, analysis, examinations, and coursework, which may be individual or group-based.

De Montfort University was established in Leicester, UK, in 1870. Later in 1992, it gained university status. It offers courses across a wide range of disciplines, such as Engineering, Business, and Education.

Presently, the university has about 27,000 students, 2,700 of whom are international students from over 130 countries. The university's large student population has access to modern amenities such as specialised labs, advanced workshops, and first-rate, fully equipped studios. This makes the university a great choice for international students.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study MSc Risk Management at De Montfort University:

Grade Requirements

To apply, you need a bachelor's degree with a 2:2 classification in any discipline. You may also submit an equivalent overseas or professional qualification.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 session to study MA Management, Law, and Humanities of Sport at De Montfort University is £17,950 per year of study.

De Montfort University offers several financial aid options to its international students. For instance, international students can receive a tuition reduction for their first year of study through the Global Access Scholarship.

Here are some of the career options you have with an MSc in Risk Management from De Montfort University:

• Risk Analyst
• Compliance Officer
• Risk Manager
• Internal Auditor
• Operational Risk Consultant
• Financial Risk Manager

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.