Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety

Apply TodayRegister Your Interest
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 2, 2026
Study mode
Online
Course code
CQ26
First-year fee
A$38,400 (2026 Indicative)
OverviewStructure & AvailabilityRequirementsFees & ScholarshipsHow to Apply
Apply Today
Occupational Health and Safety student accessing an office desk for professional staff

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 identifying occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the workplace.

Your studies will equip you with knowledge, skills, and initiatives in occupational hygiene, workplace rehabilitation, ergonomics, safety, and occupational health and safety management. Your training will equip you with decision-making, problem-solving, and management skills that are in high demand by employers, making you a valuable asset in the job market.

The course provides various 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 Experience

Discover more about your online occupational health and safety degree and how you'll benefit from flexible study options and practical experiences designed to support your learning. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Flexible Online Study
  • Global Experiences
  • Industry Relevant
  • Seamless Pathways
  • Study Full-time or Part-time
  • Sophie Sindra Hepota wearing a high vis shirt sitting in a classroom
    “
    The support has always been readily available, and I am forever grateful. Whenever I email or call there is always someone there to support me or provide the necessary help needed.

    Sophie Sindra Hepota

    Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety | Papua New Guinea

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:

  • ergonomics
  • industrial safety
  • occupational hygiene
  • risk management.

Employment opportunities may also exist within:

  • primary industry
  • rural safety
  • manufacturing
  • mining
  • services industry
  • employer associations
  • the defence force
  • health industry
  • government authorities.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. 

You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 24 units (144 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (20 units)
  2. 2
    One four-unit minor

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Showing 8 of 20

Additional Information

Future Paradigms in OHS B - OCHS13021

Students are required to complete 120 hours of work placement throughout the course.

CQUniversity and our internship partners will find a suitable internship for you. Find out more about our internship program.

Learned Society - Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board

Core
CQ26 Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety is accredited by the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board.
The following core unit includes a compulsory residential school for all students:
OCHS13020 Future Paradigms in OHS A

There may be additional requirements for residential schools within minor studies. Students should confirm these through the Handbook.

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

English and Alternative Entry Pathways

CQU offers a range of English and alternative entry pathways to help you get started. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, there are options available, depending on your background and previous experience.

View Alternative Entry Pathways

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms). 

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

Please note there may be other costs involved apart from your tuition fee.

We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%. 

We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees. 

You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.

Browse our scholarships.

How to Apply

Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.

Apply direct

Related Courses

All Courses
All Courses

Associate Degree of Occupational Health and Safety

Online

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

Online

Graduate Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety

Online

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Online