Safety and Human Factors in Aviation MSc

Cranfield University

Demand for human factors and safety expertise continues to grow within aviation as well as other safety critical industries, requiring professionals who can make real and lasting improvements to performance and safety through the application of skills and knowledge. Safety critical systems require high human performance in addition to engineering excellence to meet the safety and business requirements of the aviation industry. The Safety and Human Factors in Aviation MSc, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF), equips students with industry-relevant skills, delivered through a mix of lectures and practical exercises by Cranfield University's well-established Safety and Accident Investigation Centre, which has supported global safety and investigation for over 30 years. This course attracts a wide variety of students, from aviation professionals in civil and military domains to high-quality graduates in engineering and social science disciplines. In the past we have welcomed students with backgrounds in civil and military aviation, avionics engineers, psychological practitioners, medical care and air traffic controllers. This wide range of skills and knowledge represented by students on the course provides a unique learning environment.