Occupational health and safety is a multidisciplinary profession examining the technical and social aspects of work with applications in most industries and commerce. The course focuses on the science and technology of risk management through assessment and evaluation of hazards and development of specific control mechanisms. Learn how to apply a risk management model to hazards in the workplace, allowing you to recognise the context, evaluate the risk, and generate control solutions. You will use the model of OHS Professional Practice for problem solving which involves gathering information about the issue, diagnosing the issue, developing and implementing appropriate interventions, and evaluating their effectiveness, all the while communicating with relevant stakeholders.
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) or a minimum of 8 years professional work experience in a related industry.
Applicants with professional experience at a senior level that is less than 8 years may also be considered.
To have your professional experience considered you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience.
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
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