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class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview In the Master of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), you will explore the application of scientific principles to understand risks to the safety of people in workplaces, and the actions required to control them. It is a multidisciplinary profession with applications in all industries and commerce. Both community expectation and government legislation demand an increasingly higher level of protection for employees and the community from risks that threaten their safety and health. As such, there is also an increasing demand in society for professionals with experience and qualifications in OHS. You will also have the opportunity to pursue a research stream, allowing you to deepen your knowledge and distinguish yourself from the competition in the market. It will also support your career progression to senior management or consultancy roles. Designed around blended delivery, this degree will push you to develop new skills. Why choose the Master of Occupational Safety at RMIT? Personalised curriculum Specialise in one of three different streams, or gain a competitive edge by pursuing a research stream. Industry connected Strong industry links ensure this degree reflects the latest trends and meets the needs of employers. Practical experience Build industry connections via assignments, mentoring and expert sessions, and projects. This degree is designed to prepare you for job roles in a wide variety of sectors Your studies will focus on three key areas – Occupational Hygiene, Construction Safety and Human Factors, and Ergonomics – plus the option to pursue a research stream will enable graduates to distinguish themselves from their competition in the labour market, and support career progression to senior management or consultancy roles. Our key focus areas: Construction safety Develop your advanced skills and prepare you for an international career in managing workplace safety risks associated with the wide domains in the construction industry. Human factors and ergonomics Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills vital to the assessment and design of jobs, work environment, tasks, products and modern workplace solutions compatible with human characteristics. Occupation hygiene Develop skills relevant to the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of occupational hazards with potentials to inflict harm on workers' health. <div
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have: Successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) or A minimum of 8 years professional work experience in a related industry. Applicants with professional experience at a senior level that is less than 8 years may also be considered. To have your professional experience considered you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification). You may also be considered if you have 8 years professional work experience in a related industry. Applicants with professional experience at a senior level that is less than 8 years may also be considered. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks To have your professional experience considered you must include in your application: a CV a personal statement detailing your experience. English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Your career in OH&S As part of your studies you will select from three streams to prepare you to work in a range of industries. You will choose between a focus in occupational hygiene, construction safety, and human factors and ergonomics. Job titles for OHS graduates are diverse depending on the area of specialisation. Examples by focus area include: Ergonomics Safety Assurance Advisor Ergonomics Specialist Human Factors Consultant, Engineer or Researcher Human Centred Design Specialist Usability Specialist Data Scientist Construction Safety Safety Manager Construction Manager Site or Environmental Health and Safety Officer Safety and Compliance Manager General/Occupational Hygiene Occupational Hygienist OHS Manager or Advisor Health and Safety Manager or Coordinator Safety Systems Advisor Exposure Scientist Academic Work Health and Safety (WHS) Consultant Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation The Master of Occupational Health and Safety (MC282) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Health and Safety (AIHS). All graduates of MC282 will be eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Institute of Health and Safety (AIHS). The AIHS is the body representing occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals and practitioners in Australia. Graduates can apply to become an AIHS Graduate Member and with three years of industry experience can become certified professional members. See details regarding AIHS membership . <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Institute of Health and Safety (AIHS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Common Questions
For postgraduate coursework degrees at RMIT, you can meet the English language requirement through a VCE study score of at least 30 in EAL or at least 25 in English/Literature/English Language, a STAT score of at least 156, post-secondary study, professional work experience (at least 2 years with employer evidence), or an approved English proficiency test such as IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, TOEFL iBT overall 79, PTE (Academic) 58, or C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176.
Yes, for postgraduate coursework degrees at RMIT, you can demonstrate at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. You must provide a supporting statement from your employer on official letterhead or company email confirming that English is the language of business, your duration of employment, roles and responsibilities, nature of work, scale of the organisation, and whether the company deals internationally.
No, IELTS (General) is not accepted for admission into RMIT university programs. Only IELTS (Academic) or IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake is accepted, with a minimum overall band of 6.5 and no individual band less than 6.0 for postgraduate degrees.
No, English language proficiency tests are valid for 2 years from the test date. Tests which fall outside of this validity period will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing.
RMIT University's CRICOS provider number is 00122A, and its TEQSA provider number is PRV12145. The ABN is 49 781 030 034.
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