Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science (MOHSSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5558
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in science, engineering, health science or an approved discipline; with approved tertiary level background in chemistry and biology. UQ or equivalent GPA of 4 or above on a 7 point scale.
Additional application information
Students must have completed a #2 unit Chemistry course (or equivalent) and a #2 unit Biology course (or equivalent).
Suitable Biology courses at UQ include: BIOL1020, BIOL1030 or BIOL1040
Suitable Chemistry courses at UQ include: CHEM1100 or CHEM1200
Domestic students enrolled in the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science may be eligible to receive Commonwealth Government income support payments. Please contact Centrelink to determine eligibility.
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
Semester 1 - Monday before semester 1 commences. Contact School for details.
Semester 2 - Monday before semester 2 commences. Contact School for details.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1888
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5558
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in science, engineering, health science or an approved discipline; with approved tertiary level background in chemistry and biology. UQ or equivalent GPA of 4 or above on a 7 point scale.
CRICOS Code: 077534M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science?
This program equips graduate entry students with the theoretical knowledge, practical application and professional attributes necessary for a career in occupational health and safety. The program addresses well established industry hazards (chemical, physical, mechanical, biological and psychosocial) within the context of the core OHS disciplines - Occupational Hygiene, Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety Science and Risk Management. In addition students will be required to conduct industry based research.
This degree is accredited by the Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board. Completion of the degree will assist graduates in achieving membership, and subsequent professional certification with the Safety Institute of Australia.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in science, engineering, health science or an approved discipline; with approved tertiary level background in chemistry and biology. UQ or equivalent GPA of 4 or above on a 7 point scale.
Additional application information
Students must have completed a #2 unit Chemistry course (or equivalent) and a #2 unit Biology course (or equivalent).
Suitable Biology courses at UQ include: BIOL1020, BIOL1030 or BIOL1040
Suitable Chemistry courses at UQ include: CHEM1100 or CHEM1200
Domestic students enrolled in the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science may be eligible to receive Commonwealth Government income support payments. Please contact Centrelink to determine eligibility.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in science, engineering, health science or an approved discipline; with approved tertiary level background in chemistry and biology. UQ or equivalent GPA of 4 or above on a 7 point scale.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 077534M
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science
Careers
Occupational health and safety professionals work to enhance the safety and health of all workers. OHS professionals work anywhere there is a workplace, so your future place of work could be as diverse as a remote mine site, a large corporate office, a laboratory or a movie set; within Australia or internationally.
On a day-to-day basis OHS professionals are involved in: monitoring and modifying the work environment; delivering education programs, including wellness programs; analysing workplace data; devising, evaluating and implementing OHS management systems; undertaking OHS auditing and inspections; completing accident investigation; ensuring compliance with legislation.
Occupational health and safety graduates enjoy a well paid and diverse career with an ability to work anywhere, including: remote, rural or urban regions; nationally or internationally; across all industries (including: mining, agricultural, retail, hospitality, construction, transport, manufacturing, health care); in government, private sector or consultancy, and enjoy flexible working conditions (including options for part-time work).
Graduates from the MOHSSc are eligible to join the following professional associations: Safety Institute of Australia; Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia; Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists.
Program rules for the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science
To complete the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #24 from the MOHSSc course list comprising:
Refer to the MOHSSc rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
