Edith Cowan University

Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Develops professionals in the field of occupational health and safety (OHS), in particular, to develop the skills of identification and management of workplace hazards that may adversely impact on the health and safety of workers.

Delivery mode

Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Bachelor degree; or

Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $25,150 $39,550 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$25,150
Standard Tuition:
$39,550
Full Fee Tuition:
$25,150
Full Fee Tuition:
$39,550
Enquire with Edith Cowan University to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $25,150 $39,550 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety will prepare you for the following roles.

Work Health and Safety Manager

Work Health and Safety Managers are business professionals who manage the safety and compliance requirements of public and private organisations ac...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Safety Officer

A Safety Officer ensures that workplaces adhere to health and safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries. You might work in various indus...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Safety Consultant

A Safety Consultant assesses and improves safety practices within organisations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. You might...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About Edith Cowan University

Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.

Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.

Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.

ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.

This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .

ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.

The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.

Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.