Systems Ergonomics
Course overview
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of ergonomics / human factors approaches to the analysis of problems and the design of effective systems • Critically analyse systems to identify where ergonomics may benefit overall system functioning and appreciate the impact any ergonomics / human factors interventions may have upon wider system functioning • Critically analyse an event, such as a major disaster, from an ergonomics / human factors perspective, and recognise the role that ergonomics / human factors can play in the analysis of, and potential prevention of, such events • Health and Wellbeing Centre • Careers and Employability Service • Develop@Derby for study, personal and employability skills
Key highlights
- Human factors approaches to analysing problems and designing effective systems
- Critical analysis of systems to find where ergonomics improves functioning
- Assess wider system impact of ergonomics and human factors interventions
- Analyse major disasters from an ergonomics and human factors perspective
- Explores ergonomics' role in preventing major incidents
- Support from Careers and Employability Service and Develop@Derby skills programme
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 fees25% 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 £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports 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
- Human Factors Consultant
- Health and Safety Adviser
- Systems Safety Analyst
- 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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