The Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is multidisciplinary in design and equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in risk assessment, risk management, ergonomics, occupational health, law, management, and occupational hygiene.

Graduates of this program can pursue management positions in a variety of industries locally and overseas.

Flexible delivery

The course is offered internally and externally and all the study material and lecture recordings are made available to both internal and external students. In some units, on-campus workshops are held for both internal and external students. Attendance at these workshops is not compulsory, although it is encouraged. Students, particularly external students, will need a reliable internet connection and up-to-date hardware (including a multimedia headset with microphone) and up-to-date software. Some units include podcasts and online discussion forums..

Occupational Health and Safety graduates take responsibility for leading and facilitating organisations to attain healthy and safe working conditions, safe systems of work and to comply with work health and safety legislation.

OHS graduates are employed throughout industry, however the majority of OHS positions are in construction, mining, manufacturing, transport and human services. OHS professionals work in corporations, government and consulting firms. Entry level professionals will generally spend considerable amounts of time at workplaces interacting with workers and frontline management. This course provides a pathway towards mid to senior level employment in diverse organisational contexts.

Professional recognition

The course is accredited by the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board.

Course articulation

The Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety articulates into the Master of Health, Safety and Environment.

Possible careers

• Occupational Health and Safety Advisor
• Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator
• Occupational Health and Safety Manager
• Senior Advisor (Health and Safety)
• Work Health and Safety Advisor
• Work Health and Safety Coordinator
• Work Health and Safety Manager
• Work Health and Safety Officer