Program Overview
The Occupational Health and Safety at Edith Cowan University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Occupational Health and Safety programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Occupational Health and Safety programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Workplace Health and Safety Law
- Occupational Health and Safety Risk Management
- Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
- Occupational Hygiene Science
- Workplace Hazards
- Health and Safety Principles in Practice
- Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches
- Health Science Research Project 1
- Elective 1
- Health Science Research Project 2
- Elective 2
- Elective 3
- Systems Safety
- Workers Compensation & Rehabilitation
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Principles of Environmental Health
- Occupational Epidemiology
- Emergency & Crisis Management
- Occupational Health Management
- Occupational Hygiene 1: Chemical Aspects
- Occupational Hygiene 2: Physical and Biological Aspects
- Occupational Hygiene 3: Control
- Occupational Hygiene Sampling and Study Design
- Occupational Toxicology
- Psychology of Workplace Safety
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Non standard timetable requirements
- Some online units may require on-campus workshop attendance.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, Australia
Edith Cowan University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months