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Study at your own pace with full tutor support
£950
Complete fee
- Duration: 9 months
- Start dates: Flexible start dates
Postgraduate diplomaOfqual UK recognised body
Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management
- Duration
- 9 Months, 6 Months
- Credits
- 120 credits
- Level
- Level 7
- Awarding body
- Ofqual UK recognised body
Tuition from £950£1050(fast track £1250)
Duration
9 Months, 6 Months
Credits
120 credits
Awarding body
Ofqual UK recognised body
Level
Level 7
Programme overview
The aim of the Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is to develop occupational health and safety management skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance.
This qualification reflects current practice in Occupational Health and Safety Management and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of occupational health and safety in the workplace.
The qualification addresses a wide range of multidisciplinary topics such as, health and safety management practice, health and safety management systems, strategic risk intervention, strategies to improve occupational wellbeing, and sustainability and ethics. The Advanced Research Methods unit will allow learners to develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of a health and safety environment.
The qualification will enable learners to become independent, self-directed learners with tools and motivation to continue learning, developing, and reflecting on practice throughout their careers.
Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion, you will be able to:
- Assess knowledge and practice related to health and safety management practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge and practice related to effectiveness of health and safety management systems.
- Implement knowledge and practice related to factors affecting risk and strategic risk intervention.
- Evaluate knowledge and practice related to strategic commitment to health and well-being.
- Apply knowledge and practice related to sustainability and ethics in health and safety practice.
- Analyse knowledge and practice related to advanced research methods.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for: Occupational Health and Safety Director, Head of Health and Safety, Senior Health and Safety Manager. This qualification supports progression to Senior Paralegal / Legal Manager and meets UK employers and professional bodies's training recommendations for occupational health and safety workers.
What you'll study
- Health and Safety Management Practice
- Effectiveness of Health and Safety Management Systems
- Factors Affecting Risk and Strategic Risk Intervention
- Strategic Commitment to Health and Well-Being
- Sustainability and Ethics in Health and Safety Practice
- Advanced Research Methods
Learners who complete this qualification often progress to the LLM.
Career outcomes
Graduates progress into roles such as Occupational Health and Safety Director, Head of Health and Safety, Senior Health and Safety Manager, and Occupational Health and Safety Consultant. Occupational Health and Safety Director Head of Health and Safety Senior Health and Safety Manager Occupational Health and Safety Consultant Corporate Safety Manager Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Director Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Director Occupational Risk Manager Health and Safety Governance Manager Workplace Safety Strategy Manager Compliance and Regulatory Manager Health and Safety Audit Manager Safety Assurance Manager Occupational Health Manager Construction Health and Safety Director Industrial Safety Manager
Entry requirements
- Previous Qualification: Applicants should have successfully completed a Level 6 qualification (e.g., Level 6 Diploma, Bachelor's degree, Graduate Diploma) or hold an equivalent credential such as a Master's degree or higher. OR
- Relevant Experience: Candidates with over 5 years of professional experience in their respective industry are encouraged to apply, as their practical knowledge is highly valued.
- Minimum Age: Applicants must be 21 years or older . This program is designed to support both recent graduates and experienced professionals in advancing their careers.
Assessment
The Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is assessed through assignment and coursework submission. You complete set tasks online, submit your work for marking, and build evidence of learning without sitting written exams.
- Assessment is through written assignments and coursework submitted online.
- There are no written examinations.
- You receive tutor feedback on your submissions as you progress through the programme.
Awarding body
Ofqual UK recognised body
Fee and payment plans
Duration & course fee
Choose the study mode that fits your schedule and career goals.
Fast track
Intensive schedule, ideal for working professionals
£1250
Complete fee
- Duration: 6 months
- Start dates: Fixed cohort intakes
Fees quoted above represent the full programme cost. There are no additional or hidden charges.
Payment plans
9 months @ GBP £950
- •Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
- •Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
- •Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
6 months @ GBP £1250
- •Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
- •Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Frequently asked questions
Is this qualification recognised by UK employers?
Yes. The Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is quality-assured through Ofqual UK recognised body and is designed for recognition by UK employers, recruiters, and professional bodies. Qualifications on regulated pathways appear on the Ofqual register where applicable.
Can I study while working full-time?
Yes. Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is delivered fully online with flexible scheduling, assignment-based assessment, and tutor support — making it suitable for learners who are employed full-time.
How is this course assessed?
Assessment is through written assignments and coursework submitted online. There are no written exams. You complete set tasks, submit your work for marking, and receive tutor feedback as you progress.
What are the entry requirements?
Previous Qualification: Applicants should have successfully completed a Level 6 qualification (e.g., Level 6 Diploma, Bachelor's degree, Graduate Diploma) or hold an equivalent credential such as a Master's degree or higher. OR Relevant Experience: Candidates with over 5 years of professional experience in their respective industry are encouraged to apply, as their practical knowledge is highly valued. Minimum Age: Applicants must be 21 years or older . This program is designed to support both recent graduates and experienced professionals in advancing their careers.
How long does the course take to complete?
Most learners complete the Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management in 9 Months, 6 Months. UKSM offers standard and, where available, fast-track study modes so you can choose a pace that fits your schedule.
Who accredits this qualification?
This programme is awarded or validated through Ofqual UK recognised body. UK School of Management (UKSM) delivers the qualification as an approved learning provider listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN: 10101873).