Hello I'm 54 yrs old and working in oil and gas construction as HSE Trainer and officer in Kuwait one of corporate company past 8 yrs .My qualification are M.E and NEBOSH,NEBOSH investigations certification,IOSH,HABC IADT level3,Diploma Industrial safety,Diploma in petrol refinary engineering,D.E.C.E. Now interest to study M.S Fire and Safety engineering at England it possible . please inform me.

Ans: Hello Nanda,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am happy to hear that you wish to study Master of Science in Fire and Safety Engineering in England. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that considering your strong credentials and experience in the industry, pursuing this degree is absolutely possible. You would be glad to know that such programs are offered by a number of universities in England. Moreover, owing to your background in HSE training and the number of certifications you have completed, you are an excellent applicant for admission.

Remember, the universities that provide this program may require you to meet particular entrance prerequisites, generally entailing holding a Bachelor’s degree in an associated subject (which you have), work experience, and, if English is not your first language, you may need to demonstrate English language proficiency through tests viz., TOEFL or IELTS.

I would recommend that you conduct an all-round study on universities where M.S. programs in Fire and Safety Engineering are available. Examine their prerequisites for admission, as well as acquire clear advice through getting in touch with their admissions departments. They might be able to assess the credentials you currently hold as well as offer advice on any further courses or prerequisites you might need to take before the program commences.

You are qualified to succeed in an M.S. program in Fire and Safety Engineering due to your extensive professional background and several certificates.

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Ans: To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am happy to know that you want to pursue civil engineering overseas. Let me tell you that both the USA and the UK equally offer good opportunities for civil engineering, but the demand for the same may vary as per the country's economic condition, infrastructure projects, and the demand for civil engineering in the market. Here are the chances for civil engineering in both countries.

USA:
1. Demanding infrastructure projects: The USA’s market is in constant demand for infrastructure, demand, maintenance, etc. This requires civil engineers to design, plan, and work on the projects accordingly.

2. Employment: Engineers can find jobs at consulting firms, construction companies, real estate agencies, or through any infrastructure projects going on in an urban areas. Additionally, the government allots funds to infrastructure projects, which also creates a lot of job opportunities in the transportation, water, and environmental engineering sectors.

UK:
1. Civil engineers in the UK have the option of pursuing professional accreditation and membership with institutions such as the Institutions of Civil Engineers (ICE) or the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), which might increase the student’s credibility for better job prospects.
2. The UK has been considering the growth of sustainability and the environment. This aligns with the country’s commitment to reducing the carbon tax. With this, there is a need for civil engineers and their expertise in sustainable design, renewable energy, and green infrastructure.

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Ans: Well why UK..!? what's so special..

OK it's your call however realise one thing the other side of the grass is always greener!?

Having said so. What's your proficiency of the English language, have you appeared and passed those international test's.

Now.. Apply for organisations that need your expertise and if they don't find UK CITIZENS with such skills and knowledge, you will be considered!

All the best!

Ans: Hi Abhinab! Your choice of pursuing Fire & Safety Engineering opens up multiple career pathways both in the government and overseas
PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings):

Oil and Gas companies such as ONGC, IOCL, BPCL, GAIL, etc., regularly recruit Fire & Safety engineers.
Power Generation Plants (NTPC, Power Grid) and Steel Plants (SAIL, RINL) also require Fire & Safety experts.
Middle East (Gulf countries):

Countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait offer excellent job opportunities for fire safety engineers, especially in the oil & gas, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering):

Fire & Safety Engineering is not currently a dedicated subject in GATE, but you can appear in related branches such as Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Chemical Engineering depending on your interest and specialization.
IES (Indian Engineering Services):

The IES exam is conducted for core engineering branches like Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Electronics. Fire & Safety Engineering is not a standalone branch in IES.