As organisations strive to adapt to the ever-developing topic of occupational health and safety, the need for qualified and skilled professionals in the area increases. This course aims to reflect the development of this area of specialisation. An inter-disciplinary approach towards occupational health and safety shall be adopted, including perspectives from: occupational safety; health and safety law; occupational hygiene; occupational health; management; sociology; occupational psychology; ergonomics; statistics; epidemiology; toxicology; environmental health; health and safety management; workplace design; health promotion and research. The curriculum will provide you with the knowledge and necessary skills to enable you to work in the capacity of an occupational health and safety professional. The programme covers the following themes: Health and safety law; Occupational safety; Occupational health and hygiene; Risk assessment and control; Occupational psychology, ergonomics (human factors) and workplace design; Health and safety management; Practical application and professional development; and Research.

Communication and Academic Skills Programme
The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.

Students who obtain a Diploma in OHS from the University of Malta or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution are invited to apply for this three-year top-up degree.

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Please follow this link to access the course brochure: Bachelor in Occupational Health and Safety (Honours) leaflet -UM [PDF]