Learning

Testimonials

“I thought the class was put together very well, and I found the content interesting and useful in my daily work. I was quite nervous starting classes again, but I felt like the workload was perfect and I was able to find a balance. Thank you!”

Sarah (PgDip)
July 2017

Testimonials

“I cannot thank you enough. I also wanted to thank your and the team for the assistance that you have provided me over the years, whether academic or administrative. Finally, I’d like to compliment Risktec on developing such a great production. I sincerely believe that all safety professionals as well as people who want to increase their knowledge of risk and safety management can benefit by studying either individually or collectively to gain a higher qualification.”

Jeff (MSc)
June 2018

Testimonials

“I’ve done other post graduate safety quals and seen other uni’s postgrad course notes but the Risktec course is by far superior in its practicality and content.”

Seona (PgDip & CPD)
November 2017

Testimonials

“Definitely all the instructors are all very interested in helping the students and are very kind & approachable. That is hugely important. I also like that I can (with some ‘translation’ to government work) immediately apply this information directly to my day to day work. The written material for the course is well organized and clear. ”

Tanya (PgCert)
July 2015

Testimonials

“I have really enjoyed the courses offered by Risktec, and the content I’ve learned has already helped me in my job. Although I have learned a lot through work experience, I have learned that there are so many more forms of hazard identification techniques than I ever knew.”

Sarah (PgDip)
October 2017

Testimonials

“Can I also take the time to thank you for all your help in the administration of this course and help you’ve provided over the last couple of years. The course has been a great benefit for me and very enjoyable. So much so that I have proposed it to a number of guys in our section, one of which is about to start the same course.”

David (PgCert)
September 2018

Accreditations and
memberships

Postgraduate qualifications

Our postgraduate qualifications in Risk and Safety Management are awarded by Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU).

They have been developed by practitioners for practitioners, and aim to develop your practical skills and knowledge. Our teachers are highly experienced, practising risk and safety management consultants working in the safety-critical, major hazard industries.

Postgraduate Qualifications

Programmes

Master of Science in
Risk & Safety Management
(MSc)
Postgraduate Diploma in
Risk & Safety Management
(PgDip)
Postgraduate Certificate in
Risk & Safety Management
(PgCert)

Standard Modules (for distance learning)

Year 1 (60 credits)

Principles of Risk Management

Research Methods in Risk & Safety Management

Hazard Identification

Risk Analysis

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management Systems

Risk Reduction & ALARP

Year 2 (60 credits)

Bowtie Risk Management

Emergency Response & Crisis Management

HAZOP Study

Human Factors in Design & Operations

Incident Investigation & Analysis

Safety/HSE Cases

For more information regarding the modules’ contents download the MSc Programme Catalogue.

Year 3 (60 credits)

During the final year of your MSc you will complete a 15,000 word dissertation.

Risktec guides the student in selecting a state-of-the-art topic in risk and safety management that is of real interest to current and prospective employers. You will liaise with an academic (LJMU) and industrial (Risktec) supervisor throughout the project.

Our relationship with Liverpool John Moores University

Risktec has been validated to teach Risk & Safety Management at postgraduate level since 2009. Our partnership with Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) enables us to offer a full range of postgraduate qualifications, from short, customised courses, right through to our flagship masters degree (MSc) programme. Our students are given access to LJMU’s e-library and useful guidance on a range of study skills including Academic Writing, Library Skills, Referencing and even complimentary access to 24 different Rosetta Stone language courses.

Sarah Abrams Watson showing her dissertation

HSE&C Advisor, Sarah Abrams Watson at bp America showing her dissertation

 

This could be you!

Enrolment pathways

Students can choose to enrol onto the MSc, PgDip or PgCert.  Students who enrol onto the PgCert or PgDip will have the opportunity to upgrade their programme.

Postgraduate Qualifications

Entry requirements

Applicants must be proficient in the use of English and have:

  • A relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification; or
  • 5+ years relevant work experience, with some exposure to risk management tools and techniques; or
  • A combination of qualifications and work experience which, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, will enable successful completion of the programme.
Download the brochure for further information

  Postgraduate Qualifications  Postgraduate Programme October 2023

Testimonials

“I thought the class was put together very well, and I found the content interesting and useful in my daily work. I was quite nervous starting classes again, but I felt like the workload was perfect and I was able to find a balance. Thank you!”

Sarah (PgDip)
July 2017

Testimonials

“I cannot thank you enough. I also wanted to thank your and the team for the assistance that you have provided me over the years, whether academic or administrative. Finally, I’d like to compliment Risktec on developing such a great production. I sincerely believe that all safety professionals as well as people who want to increase their knowledge of risk and safety management can benefit by studying either individually or collectively to gain a higher qualification.”

Jeff (MSc)
June 2018

Testimonials

“I’ve done other post graduate safety quals and seen other uni’s postgrad course notes but the Risktec course is by far superior in its practicality and content.”

Seona (PgDip & CPD)
November 2017

Testimonials

“Definitely all the instructors are all very interested in helping the students and are very kind & approachable. That is hugely important. I also like that I can (with some ‘translation’ to government work) immediately apply this information directly to my day to day work. The written material for the course is well organized and clear. ”

Tanya (PgCert)
July 2015

Testimonials

“I have really enjoyed the courses offered by Risktec, and the content I’ve learned has already helped me in my job. Although I have learned a lot through work experience, I have learned that there are so many more forms of hazard identification techniques than I ever knew.”

Sarah (PgDip)
October 2017

Testimonials

“Can I also take the time to thank you for all your help in the administration of this course and help you’ve provided over the last couple of years. The course has been a great benefit for me and very enjoyable. So much so that I have proposed it to a number of guys in our section, one of which is about to start the same course.”

David (PgCert)
September 2018

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