This degree equips students with the theoretical knowledge, practical application and professional attributes necessary for a career in OHS.

The program addresses well-established industry hazards (chemical, physical, mechanical, biological and psychosocial) within the context of the core OHS disciplines - Occupational Hygiene, Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety Science and Risk Management.

In addition students will conduct industry based research.

Students will learn from some of the leading OHS experts in Australia in a program that has been developed in response to industry demands for highly-qualified OHS Professionals.

In this #32 MOHSSc program, students will study a range of complimentary disciplines including research, environmental management, business and engineering to further fortify their work-readiness.

Graduates will possess a unique combination of technical knowledge, advance communication skills and a strong sense of social justice, leading to a career that will make a difference to workers and workplaces.

This degree is accredited by the Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board.

This program will assist in achieving membership, and subsequent professional certification with the Safety Institute of Australia.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

• Doctor of Philosophy

To complete the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.