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MSc(Eng) Process Safety and Loss Prevention
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc(Eng) Process Safety and Loss Prevention program at The University of Sheffield focuses on understanding, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with industrial processes. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of safety management systems, hazard identification, and emergency response planning.
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Process Safety Management: Students study principles of process safety management, including risk assessment, hazard analysis, and safety standards.
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Safety Engineering: The curriculum covers safety engineering practices, including design considerations, safety instrumentation, and safety-related systems.
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Fire and Explosion Hazards: Participants learn about fire and explosion hazards, prevention strategies, and emergency response planning.
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Human Factors and Safety Culture: The program addresses human factors that can influence safety and emphasizes the importance of safety culture in organizations.
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Environmental Protection and Risk Assessment: Students explore environmental impact assessment and methods for quantifying and minimizing risks.
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Process Safety Case Studies: Real-world case studies provide insights into past incidents and lessons learned.
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Industrial Visits and Simulations: The program may include industrial site visits and simulations to provide practical exposure.
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Research Project: Participants undertake an individual research project in the field of process safety.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 28700
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MSc(Eng) Process Safety and Loss Prevention program have promising career prospects in various industries, especially those dealing with hazardous processes.
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Process Safety Engineer: Graduates can pursue roles as process safety engineers, ensuring the safe design and operation of industrial processes.
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Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Specialist: The program prepares students for HSE roles in companies to maintain a safe work environment and comply with regulations.
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Risk Assessment Consultant: Graduates may work as consultants, assessing risks and implementing safety measures for diverse clients.
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Emergency Response Coordinator: The program equips students to manage emergency response teams during incidents.
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Regulatory Compliance Officer: Graduates may work for regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to safety standards.
