Safety and Accident Investigation MSc at Cranfield University

There are two ways to study the Safety and Accident Investigation course. There is the direct entry route and the associate student route, through which you can undertake modules as accredited short courses and then use your accrued credits to transfer to the MSc, PgDip or PgCert course at a later date. Accident investigation is critical to preventing future accidents and promoting a safe environment. The Safety and Accident Investigation MSc will enable you to play a crucial role in identifying the systemic factors of accidents, learn to implement corrective actions and contribute to improving safety practices.

Faculty: Aerospace  |  Duration: Two to three years - part-time MSc, two years PgDip or up to two years PgCert  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: January or May  |  Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Delivery: Taught modules 61%, Individual research project 39%. Compulsory modules: Fundamentals of Accident Investigation, Research Methods (MSc only), Individual Research Project - MSc.

Career pathways

The majority of students join this course with the intention of receiving a qualification that will support their career development in accident investigation or other safety related areas. Previous students have been employed by dedicated government investigation agencies, airframe and power plant manufacturers, air traffic services, safety regulation, insurers, and the military.

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