Master of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety)

About the course

The Master of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety) develops advanced capabilities in occupational health practice across national and international frameworks. You’ll explore how workplaces affect physical, social and mental health and learn a safety-systems approach to hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures. The degree also covers OHS legal requirements and safety management principles for professional practice in health science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue opportunities across government and non-government organisations involved in occupational health and health science. The course supports pathways into roles focused on planning, managing and evaluating health and safety programs, including health services management and health planning. It also builds a platform for work in international health and for progressing into research-related roles within health organisations and consultancies. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the sciences.

Living Costs in Parramatta**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)