Bachelor of Science (Health, Safety and Environment)
Curtin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00301J
This course provides students with broad based knowledge and practical skills in field of health, safety and environment. Students undertake professional practice training in workplaces ranging from government agencies through to industrial settings.
Structure
Credit Points: 600
Subjects
- EPID1000 Foundations of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
- OCHS1002 Science Fundamentals for Health and Safety
- CMHL1000 Foundations for Professional Health Practice
- PUBH1001 Introduction to Health, Safety and Environment
- INDH1006 Indigenous Cultures and Health Behaviours
- HUMB1000 Human Structure and Function
- CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry
- OCHS1001 Introduction to Microbiology and Biohazards
- OCHS3001 Employment and Environment Law
- OCHS2001 Workplace Human Factors
- PSYC1000 Introduction to Psychology
- PUBH2001 Epidemiology - From Principles to Practice
- HLPR2003 Promoting Mental Health and Social Inclusion
- OCHS2002 Risk Assessment and Risk Management
- OCHS2000 Occupational Hygiene
- OCHS2003 Injury Management and Workers Compensation
- OCHS3005 Workplace Health and Safety Practice
- ENHL3000 Environmental Systems Management
- PUBH3001 Applied Research and Biostatistics
- OCHS3000 Health and Safety Technology
- OCHS3003 Toxicology and Diseases
- OCHS3004 Emergency Management and Incident Investigation
- MGMT3021 Health and Safety Management
- OCHS3002 Health and Safety Professional Practice
Standard entry requirements
At least Mathematics Applications ATAR and one science course from the following list: Biology ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Earth and Environmental Science ATAR, Human Biology ATAR, Integrated Science ATAR, Physics ATAR or Psychology ATAR. STAT elements considered are WE and Q.
Recognition
The course is fully accredited at a national level by the Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board (Safety Institute of Australia) and at an international level by the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) (United Kingdom). Curtin graduates are eligible to apply for professional membership of both accrediting bodies. Graduates are also eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists. Graduates who require accreditation by Environmental Health Australia for employment as Environmental Health Officers will need to undertake the Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health.
Study pathways
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtin Perth | International: $127,107 |
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| Online | International: $127,107 | No |
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