International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering MSc Level: Postgraduate taught Subject: Engineering Year of entry: 2026 Study options Mode of study On campus Key facts School School of Engineering College College of Science and Engineering Programme website IMFSE Accreditation Not available Apply now 19 to 21 November 2025: Postgraduate Virtual Open Days Join us live to explore postgraduate taught and research study at Edinburgh and gain key insights before you apply. Register now Overview About the degree programme The International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering (IMFSE) is a two-year educational programme in the Erasmus+ framework.By providing you with a world-leading educational experience with advanced knowledge, skills and competences, the IMFSE programme shapes the next generation of fire safety engineering experts capable of tackling the global fire safety challenges in the built environment and beyond.This masters programme is jointly offered by the following four full partner universities:University of Edinburgh, UKGhent University, Belgium (coordinator)Lund University, SwedenUniversitat Politècnica de Catalunya, SpainAdditionally, there are four associated partners where you can perform thesis research:The University of Queensland, AustraliaETH Zurich, SwitzerlandThe University of Maryland, United States of AmericaThe University of Science and Technology of China, ChinaVisit the IMFSE website Fees, costs and funding Tuition fees Please see the programme website for tuition fee information for this programme:Finances (IMFSE) Deposit You do not have to pay a deposit to secure your place on this programme. Costs Accommodation and living costs You need to cover your accommodation and living costs for the duration of your programme.We estimate that you might spend £1,167 to £2,330 per month if you are a single student.Living costs include:foodutility billstravel, clothes, books and stationeryrecreational costs (for example, TV subscriptions and social events)Living costsAccommodation costs depend on where you live while studying and the type of accommodation you choose.University postgraduate accommodation options and costs Funding opportunities Funding for postgraduate study is different to undergraduate study, and many students need to combine funding sources to pay for their studies.Most students use a combination of the following funding to pay their tuition fees and living costs:borrowing moneytaking out a loanfamily supportpersonal savingsincome from workemployer sponsorshipscholarshipsExplore sources of funding for postgraduate study IMFSE Scholarships Search for other funding opportunities You can find scholarships, bursaries and other funding you might be eligible for on our Scholarships and Student Funding site.Postgraduate funding opportunities Entry requirements These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026. Qualifications Entry requirements information for this programme can be found on Ghent University's website.Entry requirements for International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering (Ghent University) International qualifications To find international equivalent qualifications, select where you studied from the country or region list. 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Entry requirements for International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering Programme details What you will study The mobility structure, with possible change in study location after each semester, gives students the opportunity to gain from the strengths and expertise of different universities in the field of Fire Safety Engineering. Semester 1 at Ghent University or the University of Edinburgh covers basic topics in Fire Protection Engineering.All students spend Semester 2 at Lund University, with emphasis on enclosure fire dynamics, risk analysis and human behavior in fire. You will spend Semester 3 studying more in-depth courses at Ghent University or Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Semester 4 is dedicated to the masters thesis. For Semester 4, you can be hosted by one of the full partner institutes or one of the associated partner institutes. Collaboration with one of the IMFSE contributors is also possible.Find out more about the programme on the IMFSE websiteUniversity of Edinburgh coursesFind out what courses you can study on this programme at the University of Edinburgh and how each of them are taught and assessed:Semester 1: NGT VS Fire Safety Engineering (MSC) (4 months) (2025-2026)Semester 4: NGT VS Fire Safety Engineering (MSC) (5 months) (2025-2026)We link to the latest information available. This may be for a previous academic year and should be considered indicative. Teaching and assessment Learning outcomes The course content and learning outcomes of IMFSE have been jointly developed, taking into account the specialities and experience of each of the IMFSE partner universities.All partner universities have extensive experience in teaching the different courses and integrating them into different degree requirements.Find out more about the programme on the IMFSE website Support for your studies You will have access to a range of support services if you need them throughout your degree.We will assign you to a student adviser, and this should be the first person to contact if you need help. They can guide you to other University service teams depending on what support you need. How we support you Careers and further study Career opportunities A fire protection engineer fulfils a broad range of duties in various ways related to fire. This can range from designing fire protection for a space station, to protecting treasures such as the U.S Constitution, to safely securing the occupants of high-rise buildings from fire hazards.Fire safety engineers are in great demand by corporations, educational institutions, consulting firms and government bodies around the world.An IMFSE MSc degree could also make you eligible for a PhD position. Further study After completing this programme, you may wish to consider applying for a PhD or other research programme.Applying for research degreesMoving on to a PhD (advice from the University's Careers Service) Careers Service Our Careers Service can help you to fully develop your potential and achieve your future goals. The Careers Service supports you not only while you are studying at the University, but also for up to two years after you finish your studies. With the Careers Service, you can: access digital resources to help you understand your skills and strengthstry different types of experiences and reflect on how and what you developget help finding work, including part-time jobs, vacation work, internships and graduate jobsattend careers events and practice interviewsget information and advice to help you make informed decisions Visit the Careers Service website Applying How to apply Applications for this programme are handled by Ghent University. When to apply Please visit the IMFSE website for information on application deadlines and dates.IMFSE website Application fee There is no fee to apply to this programme. Apply Apply for this programme through Ghent University's website. Life at Edinburgh Accommodation Visit our website for accommodation information. University of Edinburgh accommodation websiteWe offer accommodation options for couples and families.Accommodation for couples and familiesIf you prefer to live elsewhere, we can offer you advice on finding accommodation in Edinburgh.Accommodation information from the Edinburgh University Students' Association Advice Place Societies and clubs Our societies and sports clubs will help you develop your interests, meet like-minded people, find a new hobby or simply socialise.SocietiesSport Clubs The city of Edinburgh Scotland's inspiring capital will form the background to your studies — a city with an irresistible blend of history, natural beauty and modern city life. Find out more about living in Edinburgh Exercise, leisure and support facilities Outside of your studies, we offer a range of facilities that you might find useful day-to-day, including:sport and exercise facilitiesUniversity cafes and cateringEdinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA) venues and shopsa multi-faith chaplaincy for all faiths and nonea University nursery (based at King’s Buildings campus) Health and wellbeing support You will have access to free health and wellbeing services throughout your time at university if you need them.The support services we offer include: a student counselling service a health centre (doctor's surgery) support if you're living in University accommodation dedicated help and support if you have a disability or need adjustmentsHealth and wellbeing support services Disability and Learning Support Contact General enquiries IMFSE Administrator, Lies DecroosIMFSE, Ghent UniversityDepartment of Structural Engineering and Building MaterialsEA14 St. Pietersnieuwstraat 41Ghent, BelgiumB-9000 IMFSE@ugent.be Phone:+32 (9)264 984 7 Academic contact Prof Rory Hadden Programme Director, Edinburgh Contact details Email: R.Hadden@ed.ac.uk
