I have no doubt that the degree will be a better option if your circumstances will permit it. It is more widely recognised eg other countries and is perhaps more future proof than a diploma.

An increasing number of jobs are asking for a degree in health and safety, and if you look away from the H&S sector, many other jobs ask for a degree qualification as a base line.

The cost of degree now can often be comparable to the cost of a NEBOSH diploma (depending on providers).

That said at the end of the day your choice will be directed by your personal circumstances, availability of time, how you are paying (and the budget you have) and how quickly you might need the qualification etc. You will need to do what is right for you!

Either option involves a commitment of time and resource and both will be rewarding. But if we are starting a vote, :) then I would say degree

Stuart

Hi, I would say the degree, although, I have to be honest here, I got my degree several years ago, and on subsequent job hunts, I had many uneducated employers turn me down as I did not have a NEBOSH qualification and they only recognised the NEBSOH banner as showing any qualification worth having.

Needless to say, industry are becoming more educated and looking further than NEBOSH these days.

I guess part of it comes down to your preferred learning syles too, which ever option you choose I wish you good luck.....

And your learning style too - my degree was a lot of research etc etc with end of modules tests - much less on being able to recite chapter and verse and word your answers correctly in one big exam at the end. Incidentally at the time my degree was cheaper than studying for the Dip.
HTH
Stuart

I think it depends on whether you already have a degree (in any subject). If you don't, then becoming a graduate will increase your credibility everywhere and so a degree is better option.

If you already have a degree, then the NEBOSH Diploma makes more sense as it doesn't take as long and is well recognised.