MS Safety Technology
Course Overview
The Master of Science in Safety is a comprehensive 36-credit-hour program designed to develop expert safety professionals who can protect employee health and safety across various industries. Students can specialize in either Occupational Safety and Health or the unique Mine Safety track, offered in cooperation with the National Mine Safety and Health Academy. The program culminates in a choice between a hands-on project or a research-based thesis, allowing for tailored professional development.
Key Program Highlights
- Choose from two high-demand specializations: Occupational Safety & Health or Mine Safety.
- Flexible capstone options: complete a practical project (SFT 679) or conduct original thesis research (SFT 681).
- Exclusive Mine Safety track offered in partnership with the MSHA Academy for industry professionals.
- Rigorous curriculum featuring 18 credit hours of advanced 600-level safety technology courses.
- Opportunity for graduate students from other majors to earn a Safety Minor with nine credit hours.
Course Overview
The Master of Science in Safety is a comprehensive 36-credit-hour program designed to develop expert safety professionals who can protect employee health and safety across various industries. Students can specialize in either Occupational Safety and Health or the unique Mine Safety track, offered in cooperation with the National Mine Safety and Health Academy. The program culminates in a choice between a hands-on project or a research-based thesis, allowing for tailored professional development.
Key Program Highlights
- Choose from two high-demand specializations: Occupational Safety & Health or Mine Safety.
- Flexible capstone options: complete a practical project (SFT 679) or conduct original thesis research (SFT 681).
- Exclusive Mine Safety track offered in partnership with the MSHA Academy for industry professionals.
- Rigorous curriculum featuring 18 credit hours of advanced 600-level safety technology courses.
- Opportunity for graduate students from other majors to earn a Safety Minor with nine credit hours.
