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Made for emergency relief professionals.
Recognised by leaders in emergency services.
This 100% online postgraduate course from Coventry University is designed for leadership roles and advanced careers in emergency preparedness and management. It is a perfect choice for working professionals in a local or national government emergency management agency, an NGO, or civil society organisation, with an option to progress onto a master’s in emergency management.
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Whether you're aiming to develop your leadership potential in civil contingencies response or refine your skills ready for emergencies both nationally and internationally, our expert-designed programmes offer the knowledge and tools you need to drive real change in the field.
This part-time route allows those already employed in crowd safety, security management and health and safety to balance their studies with other commitments and apply academic rigour to their practical experience.
Whether pursuing further leadership in your role, specialising in your career, or expanding your professional portfolio, this online degree is ideal for leadership roles in the following sectors:
Emergency services and civil contingencies
Health service and epidemiology
Military
Utility and Critical National Infrastructure organisations
High risk industry, such as manufacturing, automotive, nuclear, oil and gas, aviation
Environmental incident response
Risk and crisis consultancy
Humanitarian agencies and NGOs
Security and events industries
Research and further study
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
Coventry University’s career and employability team, can help support your search for employment in the UK or overseas by tapping our alumni network, industrial contacts, and individual advice (subject to availability)
Studied 100% online, this emergency and incident management postgraduate certificate aims to develop your skills and capacity in incident management, leadership and community safety.
Some of the highlights of this 100% online postgraduate qualification can be found below.
Our online qualification in emergency and incident management is designed to give you the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to fulfil duties that fall upon organisations arising from civil contingencies legislation and other aligned civil defence duties.
Even if you are new to higher education or returning to study after a long break, this emergency and incident management certificate offers distanced learning that is designed to boost your knowledge in the sector.
Want to study your degree on campus? Learn more about our on-campus-taught emergency and incident management PGCert here.
To apply to study this course 100% online, click below (UK and International students).
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
To get started with this online postgraduate course, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants with a lower class of degree and/or professional experience only will be individually considered and will usually be interviewed prior to being offered a place on the course.
Opportunities for recognition of prior learning and experience (RPL/RPEL) on a case-by-case basis (evidence required). Please enquire to find out more.
Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the course director. For information regarding what might amount to a ‘relevant discipline’ and ‘relevant work experience/relevant professional development qualification’ please get in touch.
You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
This Coventry University Online degree will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.
Assessment methods may include:
reports
proposals and business cases
presentations
projects
coursework
individual assignments
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
As a part-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 60 credits.
A typical 15-credit module requires a total of 150 hours study. This is made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study. It is typical to study two modules/30 credits per semester.
During your modules, you can expect around two-and-a half teaching hours per module each week (a 90-minute lecture and a 60-minute tutorial). You will also have the option to attend sessions including time with an Associate Lecturer or to meet with staff for advice and feedback.
Taught sessions are recorded for those who cannot attend at the time of broadcast. They are generally held on weekdays between 09:00 and 18:00 GMT.
Guided and independent study:
Students will have access to an experienced team of tutors and lecturers who will support their studies. Each module will have dedicated online content to support the learning.
You will study and work through the structured teaching and learning materials on our online learning platform, with materials designed to promote an active approach to learning.
Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You’ll be digging deeper into topics using your own research in our online library, review what you’ve learned and complete assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments.
Online learning:
As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies.
Course fee: £3,333.33 (60 credit hours)
Our tuition fees are calculated for the entire duration of the programme. You also have the option to pay fees by credit hour, rather than making a full upfront payment. A variety of payment options exist including instalments through the duration of the programme.
To apply to study this course 100% online, click below. The application process is quick but you will need documentation including previous qualifications and experience.
For further support or more information about your course, get in touch with us today.
Our online students have many of the same benefits as on-campus students in Coventry.
Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.
