Program Overview
The Ergonomics for Health and Community Care at Loughborough University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Ergonomics for Health and Community Care programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 18,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ergonomics for Health and Community Care programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Ergonomics
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Human Function
- Human Factors and Systems
- Physical Health at Work
- Environmental Ergonomics
- Human Computer Interaction
- Disability, Ageing and Inclusive Design
- Patient Handling
- Healthcare Ergonomics and Patient Safety
- Driver and Vehicle Ergonomics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For the MSc, an offer will be made to applicants who hold a first or second class upper UK Honours degree in a relevant discipline or closely related subject. For applicants who are yet to receive their first degree results, a conditional offer will be made pending results.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loughborough University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Loughborough University
Loughborough University
Charnwood, United Kingdom
Loughborough University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months