Faculty of Health
Master of Occupational Health & Safety (Honours) - No Further Intake
| Program Code | 11690 |
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| Graduate Level | Postgraduate |
| Locations | Distance Education - Callaghan |
| UAC Code | UAC Website |
| Contributing Schools and Faculties | Faculty of Health |
| Admission Instructions | How to apply as a: |
| Program Award Rules and Schedules | |
| Mode of delivery | Distance Education - Library links, CD based and paper based, email and Blackboard supported. |
| Further Information | The links provided under "Further Information" are to be read in addition to the approved program documentation, detailed below. |
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Back to topDescription (click to hide)
THE ARE NO NEW ENROLMENTS IN THIS DEGREE. Please see the Master of Workplace Health and Safety.
The Master of Occupational Health & Safety (Honours) provides an academic and research extension to the Master of Occupational Health & Safety. Students review an appropriate area of Occupational Health & Safety to obtain any additional expertise required before research and writing up a thesis in a selected area. The Master of Occupational Health & Safety (Honours) is an online program.
Back to topWhy study with us? (click to hide)
THE ARE NO NEW ENROLMENTS IN THIS DEGREE. Please see the Master of Workplace Health and Safety.
Our degree programs are renowned for their student-centred approach and emphasise the development of the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in a rapidly changing environment. Many of our professional qualifications are recognised around the world. As one of Australia's top 10 research universities, we are recognised as a leader in medical and health research and education, supported by our multidisciplinary and collaborative approach.
Back to topCareer Opportunities (click to hide)
OH&S Management.
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Back to topAdmission Requirements (click to hide)
THE ARE NO NEW ENROLMENTS IN THIS DEGREE.
Applicants must have completed the Master of Occupational Health & Safety (11689) with a GPA of 5 or better.
Australian applicants:
Application is via UAC.
International applicants:
Application is via International Admissions at: www.newcastle.edu.au/internationalstudents/04enquiries/howtoapply.html
Back to topCredit Transfer (click to hide)
External credit is managed on a case by case basis.
Back to topInternational Students (click to hide)
Programs are structured to provide opportunities for international students. Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis. Strategies for program-specific online student support will be developed in consultation with participating students. Additionally, they will be encouraged to avail themselves of existing University support networks and services.
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The Faculty accepts responsibility, in liaison with the Student Support Unit, for providing reasonable accommodations to allow students with disabilities to complete the program.
Back to topRequirements and Structure
THE ARE NO NEW ENROLMENTS IN THIS DEGREE. Please see the Master of Workplace Health and Safety.
Admission to this program in 2009 is subject to availability. This program is an extension to the Master of Occupational Health & Safety. This program requires the completion of 120 units of prescribed coursework, consisting of 80 units which will have been completed in the Master of Occupational Health and Safety (11689) and 40 units of dissertation as described. A GPA of 5 or greater in the Master of Occupational Health & Safety is required for admission to the Honours program.
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Back to topCourse Information
| Back to topCore Courses (click to hide) | |||
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| Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
| HLSC6110 | Dissertation Part 1 | Not currently offered | 20 units |
| HLSC6120 | Dissertation Part 2 | Not currently offered | 20 units |
| LEGL6004 | Law for Occupational Health & Safety | Semester 2 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6010 | Occupational Health | Semester 1 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6020 | Occupational Hygiene & Toxicology | Semester 1 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6030 | Occupational Safety | Semester 2 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6040 | Ergonomics | Semester 1 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6050 | Current Practice in Occupational Health and Safety | Semester 2 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6070 | Management for Occupational Health and Safety | Semester 1 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |
| OHSE6090 | Research in Occ Health & Safety | Semester 2 - 2013 (GradSchool) | 10 units |