On our MSc Human Factors and Ergonomics degree, you'll develop your understanding of how people interact with complex systems, and learn how to design them to be safer and more user-friendly. This course offers flexible study options, including part-time study and online learning.
Human factors and ergonomics is an applied discipline that combines psychology, engineering, and design. With your knowledge in these areas, you'll be able to improve performance and reduce the risk of error in safety-critical environments like transport, healthcare, and defence.
You'll study key topics such as:
human capabilities and limitations
system safety
user-centred design
accident investigation
methods for evaluating human performance
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Boldrewood Innovation Campus
Burgess Road,
Southampton,
Hampshire,
SO16 7QF, Southern England, United Kingdom
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2027
Boldrewood Innovation Campus
Burgess Road,
Southampton,
Hampshire,
SO16 7QF, Southern England, United Kingdom
To study this course you'll need a UK 2:1 honours degree or an equivalent international qualification in a relevant discipline.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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