Curtin Singapore
Curtin Singapore

Postgraduate

Postgraduate Diploma in
Occupational Health and Safety

PGradDipOccHlthSfty(Curtin) - 301104

In addition to the curriculum of the graduate certificate, you will undertake further study into ergonomics, occupational hygiene, chemical safety, exposure measurement and evaluation. You will also be given additional opportunities to choose from a range of specialist topics.

Professional Recognition

This course is recognised by several professional bodies including the Australasian Faculty of Occupational Medicine.

Career Opportunities

Employment prospects are excellent, with graduates often earning above average salaries. Graduates gain employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil, gas, manufacturing and construction. There is also demand for graduates in corporate, government, health and academic sectors. With the stringent legislative requirements for health and safety in the workplace and the increase in resources and commodity prices expected to continue, future demand for tertiary qualified occupational health and safety professionals is expected to be high.

Credit for previous study

If you have previously worked or studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact Curtin Singapore to discuss eligibility for recognition of prior learning.

Core units of study

Credits needed to graduate: 200.
Each unit is 25 credits.

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

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2012 entry requirements:

A Bachelor of Science degree with at least two years' relevant post-qualification work experience. Your work experience will be assessed on the basis of your level of seniority and responsibility, job description, work-based referee reports, publications or other written reports and short courses or conference attendance.

Minimum English language entry requirements:

IELTS: 6.5 (or equivalent)

Where:

Curtin Singapore campus

When:

March and July

How:

Part-time

Study:

On-campus

Duration:

1.5 years part-time (4 semesters, 2 units per Semester)

Fees*:

*All fees are inclusive of 7% GST. Fees listed are indicative and subject to annual increases. View our fees and charges page for full details.

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Disclaimer

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In exceptional circumstances units and/or courses may be discontinued. In these instances Curtin will undertake its best efforts to accommodate students affected by any discontinued courses or units