Fire and Explosion Engineering

Overview

In just a brief duration of time - in a few minutes or even in a fraction of a second - a fire or an explosion can have catastrophic consequences in residential buildings or in industrial plant. In UK alone, hundreds get killed and tens of thousands are injured every year. Some single incidents cost millions of pounds, the total monetary cost of fire and explosions in the UK is estimated at - 6 billion per year or approximately 1% of GDP.

This course offers students from diverse academic backgrounds with advanced training in the field of Fire and Explosion Engineering for those wishing to embark on a career, or further develop their career, in the industry. Particular emphasis is placed on fire and explosion protection systems within a legislative framework that is complex and fast-changing. Extensive participation in course delivery by lecturers from industry brings strong industrial involvement to the course.

• Most taught modules are delivered in intensive CPD one week format. Modules are spread evenly throughout the year.
• Extensive participation in course delivery by lecturers from industry brings strong industrial involvement to the training package.
• Projects can be undertaken in the workplace (part-time) or at the University (full time and part time).
• Block module format allows both full-time and part-time students a choice of modules.
• The taught modules are assessed by coursework and 'open book' tests; typically within a period of 6-10 weeks from start to finish.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of a UK second class (2.2) honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate engineering, physical science or mathematics disciplines. For those without a degree, appropriate substantial industrial experience (usually at least 5 years) at a professional level in a fire related industry will be considered.

A pass at GCSE level in English Language (grade C or above). International students must have an English language qualification at a suitable level, for example IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

For enquiries about the course and entry requirements contact:
Peter Riley,
Course tutor - MSc Fire & Explosion Engineering
School of Process, Environmental and Materials Engineering
University of Leeds
LEEDS
LS2 9JT
t: +44 (0)113 343 2793
f: +44 (0)113 246 7310
e: p.r.riley@leeds.ac.uk

Career Options

Challenging career opportunities for fire and explosion professionals are available in just about every type of business, industry and government operation.

The following is a listing of some of the employment opportunities:

• Fire and explosion consultancies
• Fire safety planning offices of local authorities
• Civil engineering and architectural companies
• Chemical/pharmaceutical companies
• Oil and gas industries
• Fire and explosion protection equipment manufacturers
• Government bodies and departments
• Specialist research and testing labs
• Insurance companies

Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to meet employers by attending industry presentations.

To find out more about this course, click here.