Master of Occupational Hygiene and Occupational Health and Safety Science
A dual master’s programme preparing graduates for workplace health and safety leadership across industries.
Best for:Best for science, engineering, or health science graduates seeking to specialise in workplace safety, hazard management, and health risk mitigation with industry immersion.
Overview
This two-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) master’s programme at The University of Queensland is designed for graduates in science, engineering, or health sciences. It equips students with specialised knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and manage workplace hazards—ranging from physical accidents to long-term health risks like cancer and psychological harm. The curriculum combines 14 courses with hands-on industry exposure, including a 240-hour workplace placement and a dedicated occupational hygiene research project. Graduates emerge with advanced research independence and industry-ready expertise in occupational health and safety management.
What you'll do
- Complete 14 specialised courses covering occupational hygiene, health and safety management, and hazard control strategies.
- Conduct a 240-hour industry placement to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world workplace settings.
- Develop and execute an original occupational hygiene research project under faculty supervision.
- Engage in collaborative learning with peers from diverse science, engineering, and health science backgrounds.
- Develop independent research skills and refine work-ready competencies in occupational health and safety.
- Participate in industry workshops and seminars to stay updated on safety regulations and best practices.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or health sciences, with completion of at least two first-year university-level science courses covering human anatomy, human physiology, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and/or physics.
Degree offered: Master of Occupational Hygiene / Occupational Health and Safety Science
Language: English proficiency (no explicit test score requirement mentioned in source).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in science, engineering, or health sciences.
- Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and chemistry principles.
- Ability to conduct independent research and write academic reports.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for hazard assessment.
- No nationality restrictions mentioned.
- No age or residency restrictions mentioned.
- No prior work experience requirements specified.
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Applicants must submit an online application through the university’s portal, including academic transcripts, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Additional documents may be requested based on eligibility.
- Academic transcripts from previous degrees
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking institution)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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