Course Summary
With society's focus intensifying on health, including workers’ health, the Centre for Safety and Health at Work (CSHW) continues to meet the needs of industry using blended online platforms and flexible teaching programmes to cover key contemporary issues.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
You should be in full or part-time employment
You should have at least three years work experience at the time of application
Priority is given to applicants who are active in Occupational Safety and Health
You will be required to supply transcripts of your primary degree and the supporting documents at the time of your application.
Application Details
The following entry routes are available:
MSc Occupational Safety & Health PT (X061)
Duration 2 Years
Attend Part Time
Deadline 31-JUL-2024
You apply using the UCD online application system. The closing date for 2024/25 applications is 31st July 2024.
Simply view https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/graduateapplicants/applying/
and follow the instructions. Completed applications will be assessed promptly. Before you submit your application, please ensure you upload the relevant documents and provide information that is requested to support your application.
As part of your application, you must submit the following online:
A CV (maximum 2 pages).
A personal statement of approximately 500 words. Your personal statement should focus on a) your interest in OSH, b) how you expect the programme will impact on your career and c) how you plan to balance your work, life and study commitments. (Please use these headings).
Copies of your degree parchments as well as full transcripts of your results.
Two references, one academic, and one from an employer, signed and on headed paper.
If your first language is not English, you must submit the original certificate of completion of an English test.
Please note, your application will be reviewed after all the necessary documents are submitted. An online non-refundable application fee applies.
Eligible candidates deemed to be considered for the MSc in OSH PT may be interviewed.
Canvassing by applicants, or any other person on their behalf, will disqualify.
Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.
Fees
EU fee per credit - € 117
nonEU fee per credit - € 172.8
EU fee per credit - € 117 aa
nonEU fee per credit - € 172.8
aa Second Year Fee applies to Students in 2nd Year in 2024 and who were a 1st Year Student on the programme in 2023/24
***Fees are subject to change
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The programme is designed for graduates who have a professional interest, or growing responsibility, in the area of OSH. Our graduates can be found in national and global organisations across a number of industries. Many embark on careers as consultants and others are in senior positions in public and private sector industries.
Duration
Delivery: Face-to-face