Master of Occupational Hygiene
University of Wollongong - (Non Rep)
Australia,New South Wales
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18 Months
Duration
CAD 32,592/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
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Australia, New South Wales
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1951
Total Students: 33,044 +
Int. Students: 7,231 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Northfields Ave, Wollongong NSW 2522, Australia
Master of Occupational Hygiene
Program Overview
The Master of Occupational Hygiene uses science and engineering to measure the extent of worker exposure to physical, chemical and biological workplace hazards.
Using science and engineering you will design and implement appropriate control strategies to prevent ill health caused by the working environment.
The Master of Occupational Hygiene will provide you with an intensive professional program of study in the area of occupational health and safety. It will equip you to anticipate, recognise, evaluate and control the risks from workplace physical, chemical and biological hazards; and communicate these to employers and employees to promote improved working conditions and practices.
This degree
This program has a flexible delivery mode combining online course content with 3-5 days of on-campus block-teaching sessions focused on the exploration and application of the subject material. The on-campus component utilises a range of campus resources, including UOW’s well-resourced OH&S laboratory.
What you will study
The basis of the course is informed by a team of experienced teaching staff from a range of professional backgrounds including certified occupational hygienists, allied heath, engineering and risk management. This multidisciplinary approach to learning and teaching ensures a valuable experience for students in this degree.
During this postgraduate degree you will study:
- Ergonomic Essentials
- Workplace Hazards and Hygiene
- WHS Risk Management
- Industrial Epidemiology and Toxicology
- Occupational Health and Safety Systems
- Occupational Hygiene: Measurement
- Occupational Hygiene: Control
- Work Health and Safety Law
- Health Research Methods
In the final stage of the degree, you will apply your knowledge and skills to a research-based capstone workplace project. This will give you a high level of evidence-based professional practice in occupational hygiene practice, and allow application of those principles to a practical project.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 32,592 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Wollongong - (Non Rep)
CAD 24,500 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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