MASTER'S DEGREE IN HUMAN ENGINEERING
The technical-scientific field of Human Engineering is now recognized as a key element in modern and efficient industrial management. It is no longer possible to conceive the effective management of any type of industrial or service system without applying the techniques and methodologies integrated into the various disciplines that make up what is commonly known as Human Engineering.
This program aims to provide postgraduate-level training in Human Engineering, focusing on core disciplines such as Ergonomics, Occupational Safety, and Hygiene. The goal is to equip companies with qualified professionals, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while contributing to the sustainable development of organizations through improved working conditions.
Director
Paula Carneiro
dir-meh@dps.uminho.pt
Secretariat
Amélia Aguiar
meh@dps.uminho.pt
(+351) 253 510 344
Office: CA-11-02-46-47 (Azurém Campus)
Duration
2 years - 4 semesters
Regime
Daytime
Academic Degree
Master's Degree
ECTS
120
Location
Azurém Campus, Guimarães
Language of Instruction
Portuguese
Scientific Area
Ergonomics
Tuition Fees
1250€ / year
(national)
2500€ / year
(CPLP)
6500€ / year
(others)
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
A Master’s in Human Engineering can perform the following roles:
- Senior Occupational Safety Technician (level 7)
- Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Project Manager in the field of Occupational Health and Safety
- Safety Coordinator in Projects and Works
- Specialist in Human Factors and Ergonomics
- among others
THESIS
Each academic year, students submit their dissertations by the end of October. Completed dissertations can be accessed in the RepositóriUM.
ACCESS METHODS
The selection of candidates for enrollment in the Study Cycle is carried out by the Directive Committee, taking into account the following selection criteria:
– Academic qualifications classification;
– Academic, scientific, and technical curriculum;
– Professional experience;
Additionally, when deemed appropriate by the selection committee, an interview may be conducted with each candidate, in which case the interview result will be considered in the ranking of candidates.
Information on Recognition of Foreign Degrees and Diplomas: see here
ADMISSION
Candidates for the Master’s program may apply if they meet the following criteria:
– Holders of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Ergonomics, Psychology, Medicine, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, or holders of bachelor’s degrees in related fields; or holders of first-cycle education with equivalent European recognition;
– Candidates with a first-cycle education in other fields may also be accepted, provided the candidate has experience in the scientific area of the course.
Vacancies
15 vacancies
1st Phase (April 11 to 21, 2025)
5 vacancies for national candidates
3 vacancies for international candidates
2nd Phase (July 4 to 15, 2025)
Remaining vacancies
3rd Phase (September 3 to 8, 2025)
Remaining vacancies
Accreditation by A3ES
The Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (A3ES) accredited the Master’s in Human Engineering (MEH) unconditionally for a period of six years on July 31, 2020, in accordance with the recommendation and justification provided by the respective External Evaluation Committee. More information can be found in the reports produced by A3ES.
Academic Degree
The master’s degree is awarded to students who have completed 120 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits, along with the preparation and public defense of a dissertation.
Awards and Scholarships
Find more information about scholarships and academic awards, study grants, emergency social funds, merit scholarships, excellence scholarships, and other financial aid opportunities at the following link: Scholarships and Academic Awards.
Certifications
The program is approved by the Authority for Working Conditions (ACT) under Law No. 42/2012, of August 28, as a training course for Senior Occupational Safety Technicians (TS ST).
Participation in the program allows students to attend (with the right to an individual certificate):
- The International SHO Conference, typically held in Guimarães or Porto;
- Around five seminars on related topics, delivered by renowned national and international speakers.