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Cognitive Ergonomics and Psychology Certificate of Credit

Overview

The Cognitive Ergonomics and Psychology Certificate of Credit is a postgraduate course that focuses on the cognitive area of ergonomics. It is particularly useful for those who are considering ergonomics as a career and have expertise in other areas, such as physiology, physiotherapy, or design and engineering.

Study Options

• Part-time: 10 weeks
• UK fee: £1,050 (2024/25) ‡
• International fee: £1,050 (2024/25) ‡
• Start date: January
• Location: Online

Course Description

The module will cover what is sometimes referred to as ‘Cognitive Ergonomics’ but goes beyond this to consider how an understanding of psychology impacts upon ergonomics/human factors in its broadest sense.

Human performance is informed by psychology, as it is necessary to understand the psychological processes that allow people to perform tasks and understand how people behave in certain situations. This course presents a framework of key cognitive factors, psychosocial factors, and individual differences, and goes on to consider how psychological influences can affect human performance, health, and wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, you will be able to:

• Critically discuss and integrate knowledge across areas of psychology in relation to ergonomics/human factors
• Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of empirical research in psychology
• Critically position task performance in a psychological context

Delivery

The module is delivered 100% online over 10 weeks using a range of interactive learning materials and some live classroom sessions. Provision is made for discussion and interaction with tutors and fellow students through live virtual classroom sessions and online discussion forums.

Assessment

This course is assessed through 100% coursework with a range of methods, such as essays, research reports, presentations, group work, and practical reports.

Student Support and Guidance

Whilst we encourage our students to become independent, life-long learners, we also recognise that offering the right support and guidance will help you to achieve your goals. There is a wealth of support available to you at the University, from your dedicated Personal Tutor and Online Learner Advisor, through to our:

• Library
• Health and Wellbeing Centre
• Careers and Employability Service
• IT Support
• Union of Students
• Develop@Derby for study, personal, and employability skills

Who Will Teach You

• Dr Victoria Filingeri, Programme Leader
• Dr Victoria Filingeri, Academic Lead in Ergonomics

Careers

This module supplies you with the knowledge and skills in the cognitive area of Ergonomics. It is particularly useful for those who are considering Ergonomics as a career and have expertise in other areas, such as physiology, physiotherapy, or design and engineering.

Entry Requirements

You should possess one of the following:

• A UK undergraduate degree or equivalent International qualification
• Equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline

We will also consider applications which demonstrate evidence of relevant key practical experience and work-based training.

English Language Qualifications

If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification. For this course, you will need at least one of the following:

• IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 6.5 in each module)
• TOEFL 550 (paper-based) 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based)
• Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass
• London Tests of English: we accept level 5 for postgraduate courses
• International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C
• International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C
• ASE Proficiency: Pass

Fees and Funding

• 2024/25 for new entrants: £1,050
• 2025/26 for new entrants: £1,080

How to Apply

Please look at our application deadlines before you apply.

• Official photo identification such as a passport or driving licence
• Current CV
• Where you do not have an undergraduate qualification (but do have substantial experience in the field), a reference is required to verify your ability to work to a master's level. The written reference should be supplied on headed paper from either a manager, supervisor, tutor, or teacher who has worked to a master's level or above
• Copies of certificates and transcripts or a letter of testimony for previous qualifications*

*Documents not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a certified translation by a professional translator/translation company. Each translation must contain:

• Confirmation from the translator that it is an accurate translation of the original document
• The date of the translation
• The full name and signature of the translator, or an authorised official of the company
• The translator’s contact details

A list of approved translators can be found on the UK Government website.

Please note: failure to submit any documentation when requested, may result in your application being withdrawn.