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Ergonomics and Human Factors

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Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
MSc Online Online 3 - years May, September £9720 in total £9720 in total

About Ergonomics and Human Factors, MSc - at University of Derby Online Learning

This popular and well-established programme was the first online ergonomics masters course to be launched in Europe. As a current or aspiring ergonomist, or a human factors professional, it would give you a significant advantage in your field.

Accredited by your professional body, the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF), it meets their high standards and gives you the opportunity of Graduate Membership which is your first step to registered status as an Ergonomist. Ergonomics promotes a holistic human centred approach; this theme naturally links the modules within the programme. There are modules designed to cover physical and psychological characteristics, ergonomics methods and wider systems issues. You will be able to complete one of three pathways in Ergonomics (Human Factors), Health Ergonomics, and Ergonomics and Organisational Behaviour which are all accredited by the CIEHF and offer you the opportunity to tailor your studies to meet your own career interests.

Our tutors have many years’ experience in ergonomics and they understand the pressures of balancing study around work and family commitments.


Entry requirements

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Why study at University of Derby Online Learning

  • We are experts in online education and adopt best practice approach to online course design and delivery. 
  • Many of our courses have three intakes per year so you can choose your preferred intake.  
  • Pay as You Study payment plan allowing you to spread the cost of your course fees.
  • Full cloud campus and student services so you can easily access the support you need.
  • Interactive learning through our virtual learning platform, so you can work with fellow students, chat with tutors, engage in live virtual sessions, network and develop new friendships and professional contacts.