Occupational Health and Safety Specialisation

Units in the Occupational Health and Safety specialisation include Occupational Health Management and Safety and Risk Management, which focus on the practice of occupational health within national and international frameworks. It explores issues such as the physical, social and mental impact of the occupational environment on health. Strategies for the management of occupational health are examined, together with methods of monitoring and evaluating occupational health programs.

You will have the opportunity to develop a safety systems approach concentrating on hazard identification, risk assessment and devising control measures incorporating safety management principles. The legal underpinning of OHS requirements at the workplace are also covered.

A double specialty with the Occupational and Environmental Hygiene specialisation is also possible. You may select two electives to suit your career aspirations.

Return to the Master of Health Science for key course information.

If you are interested in completing a higher research degree, for example Masters Honours, information is accessible from UWS Research (opens in a new window).