University of Derby

Contemporary Issues in Ergonomics and Human Factors

University of Derby

Course overview

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of emerging issues in ergonomics/human factors across different sectors • Critically evaluate the extent to which ergonomics/human factors approaches can be applied to contemporary issues in society • Critically evaluate how the importance of ergonomics/human factors issues can be communicated and disseminated to various stakeholders • Contemporary Issues in Ergonomics and Human Factors • Health and Wellbeing Centre • Careers and Employability Service

Key highlights

  • Explores emerging ergonomics and human factors issues across different sectors
  • Critically evaluates applying ergonomics approaches to contemporary societal issues
  • Develops skills communicating ergonomics issues to various stakeholders
  • Access to Health and Wellbeing Centre and Careers and Employability Service

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.5 in each skills area)

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Ergonomist
  • Human Factors Specialist
  • Health and Safety Adviser
  • Occupational Health Practitioner
  • User Experience Researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,080 per year | International: £1,080 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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