Human Factors and Ergonomics (MSc)

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 This human factors master's degree blends theoretical learning with practical, real-world applications. In several modules you'll build your practical experience through case studies, tools, and workplace-relevant assessments. You'll encounter tasks similar to what you'l

IELTS: overall 6.5; reading 6.0; writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; listening 6.0

International students: £32,500 per year

UK students: £11,000 per year

UK/Home: £11,000 per year

International: £32,500 per year

September 2026

Application deadlines UK students The deadline to apply for this course is midday UK time.

• Boldrewood, Southampton, United Kingdom