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Safety and Accident Investigation PgDip at Cranfield University

Cranfield University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

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  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: January or May  |  Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

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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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK first or second class undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied in a safety, engineering, transport management, human factors or psychology based relevant discipline. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 22,330 for the whole programme (2026/27). PgDip Part-time Source

International applicants: GBP 24,360 for the whole programme (2026/27). PgDip Part-time Source

Intake: January or May

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