Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety

Central Queensland University - Online

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Overview

The Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety is designed for students to develop expertise in the identification of occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the workplace.

During the course, students will gain knowledge and skills in the areas of occupational hygiene, workplace rehabilitation, ergonomics, safety, and occupational health and safety management. In addition, students will have the option to select from a wide variety of electives to suit their personal needs and interests.

Students will gain highly sought-after skills in decision-making, problem-solving and management through a variety of hands-on experiences, including participation in worksite visits and 120 hours of work placement, ensuring students graduate work-ready.

Upon completion, students will be prepared to facilitate, educate and promote health and safety in the workplace.

Prerequisites

Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 26 in any English.

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 26 in any English.

Potential Career Outcomes

The Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety is your gateway into many professions within the workplace health and safety industry. On completion you will be qualified to work in areas such as:

  • ergonomics
  • industrial safety
  • occupational hygiene
  • risk management.

Employment is found in primary industry, rural safety, manufacturing, mining, services industry, employer associations, the defence force, health industry and government authorities.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the Central Queensland University website for admission criteria information.

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