MSc Human Factors and Ergonomics for Patient Safety at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Improve patient outcomes through safer healthcare system design. Our Human Factors and Ergonomics for Patient Safety degree provides an insight into human factors, focusing on the promotion of patient safety in the healthcare sector. It also concentrates on investigations relevant to understanding and intervening in these situations, with the view to improving conditions for those exposed.

Faculty: School of Design and Creative Arts | Department: Design (Ergonomics and Human Factors) | Duration: 1 year full-time; Typically 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our programme is designed to help you develop ergonomics competencies in critical and practical skills and the scientific methods necessary for professional practice. Compulsory modules: Cognitive Ergonomics, Physical Ergonomics, Human Factors and Systems, Healthcare Ergonomics and Patient Safety.

Career pathways

We are committed to helping you develop the skills and attributes you need to progress successfully in your chosen career. The School of Design and Creative Arts at Loughborough University boasts strong industry links.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in industrial design, healthcare, physiotherapy, anatomy, branches of engineering. Ghana equivalents: first-class 65% / 3.4 GPA, 2:1 57% / 3.0 GPA, 2:2 50% / 2.5 GPA

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year (2027/28). Full-time degree per annum Source

International applicants: GBP 31,750 a year (2027/28). Full-time degree per annum Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; Typically 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/masters-degree/

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