Postgraduate Diploma in Railway Safety and Control Systems with Integrated Presessional Programme in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham | Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 19,560
(c. USD26,209.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our Railway Safety and Control program delivers comprehensive knowledge and training, preparing future industry leaders. You'll gain specialized expertise in risk/safety management or railway communications, including digital rail technologies.

Globally, railway safety and control systems play a crucial role, not just in maintaining existing rail networks but also in creating new infrastructure. Transportation companies across mainline and urban systems are actively developing safer solutions for passengers, the public, and employees.

This program emphasizes risk/safety system design and operation, along with communication and control systems (including signaling). Organizations prioritize effective operational control and communication, as well as preventing the devastating consequences of railway accidents.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Engineering, Physics, Economics or Mathematics).
All applicants will be asked to attend an interview to support their application and determine their suitability to the programme.
Practical experience will also be taken into account. If you have no or limited industry experience you will be required to attend the introductory course.

IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing

Tuition GBP 19,560

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