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Master of Railway Safety and Control Systems

Birmingham, United Kingdom
1.08 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of Science in Railway Safety and Control Systems is a 13-month full-time master's programme at the University's Edgbaston campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate subject knowledge in Railway Safety and Control Systems. Use appropriate research and analytical methods
Evaluate evidence and communicate reasoned conclusions.

Career outcomes

Railways
Metros
Trams and automated people movers
Railroad manufacture
Transportation
Management consulting
Education management
Real estate

Curriculum

13-Month full-time master's programme. Core modules: Terminology and Communication for Railways
Advanced Project
Foundations of System Safety Thinking
Hazard and Risk Assessment
Railway Strategy
Safety and Control Systems
Systems Engineering and Ergonomics. Optional modules allow a tailored pathway.

Entry requirements

Academic

Course page entry requirement: 2:2 Honours Degree in a relevant subject. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (honours, 2:1 Or international equivalent) in a relevant subject for most courses, Some courses accept any subject (conversion courses) or need work experience (MBA).

Documents you’ll need

Bachelor Degree Transcript
Bachelor Degree Certificate
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£33,750 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£44,577 GBP

Program details

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Department	Railway Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Jul 2027
230 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1.08 years.