Program Overview

Occupational Safety Engineer Program

The Occupational Safety Specialist program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure workplace safety and health. The program is offered at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME).

Program Details

• Education level: Professional further training
• Training area: Mszaki
• Training schedule: Correspondence
• Language of instruction: Hungarian
• Training time: 4 semesters
• Start of training: February, September
• Form of financing: Self-paid
• Amount of out-of-pocket costs: HUF 239,000/semester

Why Choose This Program?

This program is ideal for those interested in workplace safety and health, seeking to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Students will gain a deep understanding of the principles of safety science, occupational health, and risk assessment.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must hold a degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, information technology, or a related discipline.

Program Curriculum

The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Foundations of Safety Science
• Material Handling and Storage Safety
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Occupational health and hazards
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning area
• Machine and Technology Safety
• Chemical Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Facility and Equipment Safety
• Workplace Accidents
• Work Physiology, Hygiene, and Psychology
• Legal and procedural aspects of occupational safety (Legal and Procedural Aspects of Occupational Safety)
• Pressure Vessel and Welding Safety
• Fire protection knowledge (Fire Protection)
• Lighting and Electrical Safety
• Noise and Vibration Protection

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program will be equipped to work in various roles, including:

• Occupational Safety Specialist
• Workplace Safety Expert
• Workplace Safety Consulting
• Workplace Safety Expert Activities

Financial Information

The program is offered on a self-financing basis, with a tuition fee of HUF 239,000 per semester.