MSc Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management

The MSc Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management at Middlesex University focuses on creating and putting into practice a strong safety culture. This involves using methods like process safety, behaviour-based safety, and management systems. You will gain legal and technical knowledge to lead risk management in workplaces.

The course helps you develop policies, carry out actions, and improve your skills in negotiation, advocacy, management, leadership, communication, and teamwork. It connects your experience with current practices, making you a professional who can improve health, safety, and environmental standards.

The programme will help you learn about organisational culture, risk communication, and how management strategies affect safety performance. It also covers understanding workplace hazards and how they impact health and safety. You will learn from experienced teachers, some of whom are external specialists, and gain practical skills using laboratory equipment.

Middlesex University is located in North London. It is an established institution with a history going back to 1973, with its campus just 20 minutes away from central London, it offers professional opportunities and cultural experiences. The university is known for being a connected and collaborative learning network, with other campuses in Dubai and Mauritius. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various fields, including Arts, Business, Computing, and Health.

Middlesex University prepares students for their professional careers, working closely with industries and employers, to equip students with the skills and experience needed for their future workplaces. The university prides itself on its modern and internationally focused approach to education.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants typically need an undergraduate honours degree with a grade of 2.2 or higher from a UK university, or an equivalent international qualification.
• Applicants need evidence of a Level 6 qualification in Health and Safety, or a portfolio showing a good understanding of Risk Management with relevant experience. 
• Candidates with a NEBOSH Diploma or similar relevant experience may also be considered.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must show an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
• Other equivalent tests, like TOEFL or PTE Academi,c may also be accepted
•  If you do not have the above requirements, Middlesex University offers a Pre-sessional English course to help you reach the required level.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for the MSc Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management programme is £17,100 for international full-time students.

Middlesex University offers scholarships for postgraduate students, including the Alumni Award. Undergraduate alumni of Middlesex who continue their postgraduate studies at the university are eligible for an alumni award worth 20% off their tuition fees.

The university also offers an Academic Achievement Award, this scholarship offers £2,000 for postgraduate students.

Regional Awards are also available; these scholarships can give up to £5,000 towards course fees for the first year of study for talented international students.

Graduates of the MSc Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management programme from Middlesex University are prepared for many  professional roles, including:

• Occupational Health and Safety Manager
• Environmental Specialist
• Safety Consultant
• Industrial Hygienist
• Regulatory Compliance Officer
• Risk Manager

Applications for MSc Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management at Middlesex University should be made directly to the university through their online application system. For assistance, contact our trained advisors.