Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety

CQUniversity Australia

Australia, Rockhampton

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CQUniversity Australia

Australia , Rockhampton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Course Code

085324K

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,600 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety

About

Overview

Study the Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety and equip yourself with professional skills to enhance your employability. Your studies will equip you with knowledge, skills and initiatives in the areas of occupational hygiene, workplace rehabilitation, ergonomics, safety and occupational health and safety (OHS) management.

The Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety is designed to develop your expertise in the identification of occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the workplace.

Your studies will equip you with knowledge, skills and initiatives in the areas of occupational hygiene, workplace rehabilitation, ergonomics, safety and occupational health and safety management.

In addition, you will have the option to select from a wide variety of electives to suit your personal needs and interests.

Your training will include decision making, problem-solving and management skills that are highly desired by employers.

The course provides you with a variety of hands-on experiences, including participation in worksite visits and 120 hours of work placement, ensuring you graduate work ready.

Upon completion, you will be prepared to facilitate, educate and promote health and safety in the workplace.

Study the Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety full-time or part-time, and online from your home country and benefit from the flexibility to gain practical experience and earn while you learn.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12. An approved university foundation studies or formal Australian Certificate IV can also be taken to meet this entry requirement.

If you have successfully completed a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) you may gain advanced standing into your CQUniversity course. Please refer to the Country Specific Academic Requirements.

English Program Requirements

We accept several English tests. Please refer to our English language proficiency requirements table for the minimum scores required. Some courses require higher scores. Please refer to the CQUniversity handbook or the Variations Listing at the bottom of this page for a list of courses with variations to the standard English language requirements.

Your English test results are valid if no more than two years have lapsed between the final examination result date and the date of commencement of study. Every student will be assessed individually, and other equivalent English preparation or combinations of English preparation will be considered.

Career

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety is your gateway into many professions within the workplace health and safety industry. On completion you will be qualified to work in areas such as: