Crowded Places and Public Safety Management MSc/PGCert at Coventry University

Equip yourself with the skills to manage risk, safety and security in crowded places and public events. Learn how to tackle complex challenges in crowded place management. In the current global environment, the challenges of keeping people safe are greater than ever – whether that's planning for international mega events or managing regional entertainment venues.

Faculty: Emergency Management, Public Safety and Resilience  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: January 2027, May 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Emergency Planning and Preparedness, Managing Crowded Places, Public Safety and Security, Critical Incident Leadership, Training and Exercising, Foresight, Insight and Strategy, Safety Concepts for Crowded Places, Business Continuity and Crisis Management, Disaster Emergency Management – Research project, Leading Diverse Workforces.

Career pathways

Successful graduates could work in a range of organisations with crowded places duties, including venue and stadia management, the uniformed services, private security management, and the live events, transport and retail sectors. The course aims to support the development of your skills in problem-solving, teamwork and leadership, project management and communication.

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