Postgraduate Admission Pathway - Master of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety) 1 year pathway
Western Sydney University
Postgraduate Admission Pathway
Code:
A4052.1
Related Courses
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4698.3
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Master of Health Science
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4698.4
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Master of Health Science
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Available to students in other Western Sydney University Courses :
NO
This specialisation focuses on the practice of workplace health within national and international frameworks. It explores issues such as the physical, social and mental impact of the occupational environment on health. Strategies for the management of workplace health are examined, together with methods of monitoring and evaluating occupational health programs. Students have the opportunity to develop a safety systems program concentrating on hazard identification, risk assessment and devising control measures incorporating safety management principles. Students in this specialisation can further focus their studies in areas relevant workplace health and safety officers, such as project management, and research and development.
Postgraduate Admission Pathway
Structure
Students must complete 80 credit points, as listed below.
Domain Units
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401076
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Introduction to Epidemiology
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401372
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The Social Determinants of Health
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Specialisation Core
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401361
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Advanced Health Service Management
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400777
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Leadership for Quality and Safety in Health Care
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102180
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Translation from Theory and Research to Policy
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401373
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Workplace Safety and Risk Management
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Capstone /Applied Units
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401369
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Professional Project in Health 1
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Further information on recommended progression is available on the Postgraduate Health Science progression page.
Postgraduate Health Science Progression