Program Overview

Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management MSc

This occupational health course will empower you to improve people's welfare and wellbeing in the workplace – designed around your own industry experience

Course Overview

The International Labour Organisation estimates that there are over a million work-related deaths and over 100 million workers affected by accidents or ill health each year. Companies are realising the financial benefits of protecting their employees.

A rewarding and ever-developing field, this course will allow you to enable people's welfare and wellbeing at work. From helping to prevent work-related illness and stress to understanding how motivation can impact health. You'll not only improve the quality of people's lives, but do so in an area where, owing to the very nature of the employer-employee relationship, it can often be hard for individuals to put their health first.

The course is taught by a mix of academics and industry practitioners, leveraging our strong industry connections and professional body affiliations. Many academics are also active in research and you will be encouraged to undertake research which will be recognised within the industry.

Whether you have experience in the field or are new to occupational health and safety (OH&S) roles within your organisation, this postgraduate degree will enhance your understanding and prepare you for leadership safety, health and wellbeing roles.

The curriculum is designed to integrate your existing industry experience and enable you to develop policies, implement interventions, and improve your negotiation, advocacy, management, leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Both assessment and your project is designed to be undertaken in your workplace to give you an individual assessment opportunity.

All course tutors are practising consultants with strong ties to professional bodies, ensuring that you learn the latest developments and practices. You are encouraged to undertake an industry-based study for your project.

What You Will Gain

This course is for both experienced occupational health and safety (OH&S) professionals and those with workplace experience

Fusing your existing experiences with theory the course gives you the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed for a successful career in occupational health and safety. You will develop a critical and creative mindset towards professional practice, enabling you to solve problems and prioritise solutions effectively.

You will also gain the ability to independently select, apply, and evaluate various inspection and investigation techniques. With this knowledge, you will confidently make decisions and recommendations in complex occupational health and safety and environmental (OHSE) situations.

The course will enhance your ability to work in diverse and international environments and you will learn how to use tools confidently to measure and evaluate wellbeing at work and to provide solutions to workplace stressors.

Modules

• Philosophy and Leadership of Occupational Health and Safety Improvement (45 credits) - Compulsory
• Factors Affecting Risk and Strategic Risk Intervention (15 credits) - Compulsory
• Occupational Hygiene and Health (15 credits) - Compulsory
• Management of Workplace Safety (15 credits) - Compulsory
• Applied Health and Safety Technology (15 credits) - Compulsory
• Research Methods and Project (60 credits) - Compulsory
• Management of Health and Wellbeing (15 credits) - Optional

Teaching and Learning

You'll be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.

• How We'll Teach You: You will explore OHSE theory in lectures – some of which are given by external specialists. You will then apply and explore further in seminars through group work, discussions and problem-solving exercises based on real-life scenarios. Case study evaluations and discussions with professionals will further consolidate your understanding.
• Timetable: A typical week looks like this:
  • On-campus: 10 hours
  • Online: 1 hour
  • Independent study: 5 hours
• Where Will I Study?: You will be based at our north London campus in Hendon.
• Coursework and Assessments: There are no exams but your coursework including personal reflection, essays and management reports will be assessed. The course concludes with your independent (workplace) project that determines half of your final mark.

Facilities and Support

• Our Sheppard Library has over 1000 study areas with and 600 computer spaces, with some areas open 24 hours a day
• Make the most of our free laptop loans, e-books, printing and photocopying
• We have one of London's biggest and best university campuses with everything you need in one place.
• Student Support: We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.

Entry Requirements

• A 2:2 honours degree or above
• Previous professional H&S qualification
• Three years of relevant work experience
• A ‘pass’ in an appropriate mathematics Level 2 qualification is recommended.

Careers

• How Can the Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management MSc Support Your Career?: The need for occupational health, safety and wellbeing professionals has never been greater. This course will equip you for a wide range of roles in areas such as occupational health, occupational hygiene, environmental management, risk management and consultancy, both in the UK and abroad.
• Career Paths: Some of the roles our graduates have gone on to work as health, safety and environment advisor, or within a specialist consultancy, or as a self-employed practitioner.
• MDXworks: MDXworks, our employability service, will help you make the most of your experience and connections to achieve your career goals. You'll have unlimited access to one-to-one advice and support from specialists in your sector plus 24/7 online support.

Fees and Funding

• The fees below are for the 2025/26 academic year.
• UK Students: £10,700 (full-time), £71 per credit (part-time), £35 per dissertation credit (part-time)
• International Students: £17,100 (full-time), £114 per credit (part-time), £57 per dissertation credit (part-time)
• Additional Costs: You will need to fund travel and accommodation related to your project if you are not being supported by your employer.
• Financial Support: We offer lots of support to help you with fees and living costs. Check out our guide to student life on a budget and find out more about postgraduate funding.
• Postgraduate Scholarships: You may be eligible for one of our scholarships including:
  • The Alumni Postgraduate Award – for all UK/EU Middlesex alumni a 20% fee reduction
  • The Commonwealth Scholarship – full course fees, airfares and a living allowance
  • The Chevening Scholarship – full course fees
  • The European Academic Awards – £1000 to £7000 for students showing academic excellence
  • Regional or International Merit Award –up to £2,000 towards course fees.