Safety Engineering MEng (Hons)

As a student on this programme you will learn to recognise the hazards and modes of failure of a system or structure, and will learn how to plan for emergency and provide solutions in the event of a disaster. The course content will reflect the state of the art and cutting edge research in the field. Additionally, there is a focus throughout on employability; students will develop skills in leadership and management necessary for professional working life.

Planning can lead to the protection of life, property and the environment. Thus, engineers with specialist skills in designing structures and systems to withstand potential disasters in the natural and the built environment, and those who have the knowledge to plan for emergency and provide solutions in the event of a disaster, are a highly sought after group of experts. Combining the discipline of safety engineering with disaster management equips graduates with engineering skills that can be used where human benefit is the primary concern. Engineers have the skills and ability to help people and communities most in need and most specifically in the face of adversity, such as post-disaster or in extreme emergencies.

One year industrial placement is an integral component of the degree. On graduation a further qualification known as a Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP) is awarded to students who satisfactorily complete their placement.

This course has been designed to fulfil the full educational requirements of a chartered engineer. The course team has involved industry from the outset to ensure the course meets the needs of employers.

As a student on this course you will have the opportunity to undertake practical laboratory work, group work and individual research.