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'I enjoy solving problems and as a Work Health and Safety Advisor with Brisbane City Council, I’m often presented with a safety or environmental issue and need to provide prompt and accurate advice. I really valued the firsthand knowledge from QUT staff. Being connected to these professionals allowed for high-level discussion and gave me the chance to ask lots of questions.'

Karl Christensen

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‘The Master of Health, Safety and Environment provides profound knowledge and skills vital to creating, maintaining and promoting a healthy, safe and sustainable workplace. QUT offers learning modules that are fused with real examples and expertise, which create even greater career opportunities. The rich blend of students from diverse backgrounds has also enriched my awareness of different cultures which is really helpful in the workplace. I really could not have asked for more.’

Chinonye Marcellina Uba

Accreditation

Full accreditation by the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board means that this course meets high education standards and prepares you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of workplace health and safety.


Accreditation

This program has been accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health. Eligible students can access IOSH student membership for the duration of their studies. On successful completion, you’ll meet the academic requirements for certified (CertIOSH) membership. Certified membership is the gateway to chartered status. As IOSH is the only organisation in the world that offers chartered membership to occupational safety and health practitioners, this can help you achieve the highest professional standards and gain international recognition.


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Learn from industry experts

'I enjoy solving problems and as a Work Health and Safety Advisor with Brisbane City Council, I’m often presented with a safety or environmental issue and need to provide prompt and accurate advice. I really valued the firsthand knowledge from QUT staff. Being connected to these professionals allowed for high-level discussion and gave me the chance to ask lots of questions.'

Karl Christensen

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Further your career

‘The Master of Health, Safety and Environment provides profound knowledge and skills vital to creating, maintaining and promoting a healthy, safe and sustainable workplace. QUT offers learning modules that are fused with real examples and expertise, which create even greater career opportunities. The rich blend of students from diverse backgrounds has also enriched my awareness of different cultures which is really helpful in the workplace. I really could not have asked for more.’

Chinonye Marcellina Uba

Accreditation

Full accreditation by the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board means that this course meets high education standards and prepares you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of workplace health and safety.


Accreditation

This program has been accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health. Eligible students can access IOSH student membership for the duration of their studies. On successful completion, you’ll meet the academic requirements for certified (CertIOSH) membership. Certified membership is the gateway to chartered status. As IOSH is the only organisation in the world that offers chartered membership to occupational safety and health practitioners, this can help you achieve the highest professional standards and gain international recognition.


Further your career

‘The Master of Health, Safety and Environment provides profound knowledge and skills vital to creating, maintaining and promoting a healthy, safe and sustainable workplace. QUT offers learning modules that are fused with real examples and expertise, which create even greater career opportunities. The rich blend of students from diverse backgrounds has also enriched my awareness of different cultures which is really helpful in the workplace. I really could not have asked for more.’

Chinonye Marcellina Uba

Learn from industry experts

'I enjoy solving problems and as a Work Health and Safety Advisor with Brisbane City Council, I’m often presented with a safety or environmental issue and need to provide prompt and accurate advice. I really valued the firsthand knowledge from QUT staff. Being connected to these professionals allowed for high-level discussion and gave me the chance to ask lots of questions.'

Karl Christensen

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Accreditation

Full accreditation by the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board means that this course meets high education standards and prepares you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of workplace health and safety.

Highlights

  • Postgraduate health, safety and environmental management qualification to expand your career opportunities in a wide range of locations, industries and government.
  • Gain advanced knowledge and specialised skills to successfully undertake health, safety and environment advisory or management roles that encompass OHS and environmental management.
  • Complete the course in two years full-time or four years part-time.
  • Domestic students can choose to study on campus or online.
  • Graduates of the QUT Graduate Diploma in OHS or QUT Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health are eligible to complete the Masters program in one year full-time. Graduates from other universities with similar graduate diplomas may be eligible to receive advanced standing based on their completed units.

Highlights

  • Postgraduate health, safety and environmental management qualification to expand your career opportunities in a wide range of locations, industries and government.
  • Gain advanced knowledge and specialised skills to successfully undertake health, safety and environment advisory or management roles that encompass OHS and environmental management.
  • Complete the course in two years full-time.
  • Graduates of the QUT Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or QUT Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health are eligible to complete the Masters program in one year full-time.

Why choose this course?

Leading industry professionals are contributors to the development and ongoing sustainment of our programs. They provide insight into emerging trends and are regular guest lecturers and presenters in many of the health, safety and environment subject areas.

There will be an opportunity for students already working in a Health, Safety and Environment or similar role to apply knowledge through work-based activities in some assessments. You may also complete this and gain practical experience by finding a placement at a host organisation or workplace.

You may also access QUT's career mentoring program which connects you with external industry professionals who are able to offer advice and coaching to support your career goals.

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What to expect

The Master of Health, Safety and Environment aims to equip individuals with the specialised skills and advanced knowledge required for professional practice or research in occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental management (EM). Graduates will have the capacity to lead and influence the development of high standards of OHS and EM.

Traditionally, organisations have employed graduates from various disciplinary areas to fill OHS and EM roles. However, there is an increasing trend for companies and government organisations to seek graduates who can occupy both the OHS and EM roles.

Convergence of the OHS and EM roles is common in mining, manufacturing and construction industries where the production processes have both on-site and off-site impacts. Government and other industries are starting to follow this trend.

Flexible delivery

You can choose to complete the course on campus or online with our flexible study arrangements, and you can choose to study full-time over two years or part-time over four years. Graduates of the QUT Graduate Diploma in OHS or QUT Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health are eligible to complete the masters program in one year full-time. Graduates from other universities with similar graduate diplomas may be eligible to receive advanced standing towards the Master of Health, Safety and Environment based on their completed units.

Careers and outcomes

Careers and outcomes

The course is designed to qualify graduates for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) positions in a wide range of industries. Position titles include: HSE Advisor, HSE Coordinator, HSE Manager, HSE Auditor and Sustainability Manager.

You will gain advanced knowledge and skills to successfully undertake HSE advisory or management roles that encompass OHS and EM, in a wide range of industries and locations.

Professional recognition

The Occupational Health and Safety major of PU80 is accredited with the Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board (AOHSEAB). The Environmental Health major of PU80 is accredited with Environmental Health Australia (EHA).

Possible careers

  • Environmental health officer
  • Occupational health and safety officer

Details and units

Note: Online students are also encouraged to attend timetabled on-campus workshops, scheduled for internal students in certain units. The workshops focus on developing practical skills required for the course accreditation with Environmental Health Australia (EHA). If you are an online student and are unable to attend the on-campus workshops, please contact the Course Coordinators, who can help you arrange an alternative activity within the State/Territory where you are located.

Requirements

Course code
PU80
CRICOS code
077704J
Delivery
  • Online
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Kelvin Grove
Duration
2 years full-time
4 years part-time
Duration
2 years full-time
Entry
February and July
Entry
February and July

Entry requirement

You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline.

Additional entry requirements

For the Environmental Health major you must also have the following:

  • A minimum of 48 credit points (equivalent of one semester full time study) of recognised basic science units successfully completed in a recognised bachelor degree^ and must include:
    • 12 credit points (one subject) of foundation chemistry; and
    • 36 credit points in other science areas (e.g. microbiology, physics, anatomy and physiology, life science, environmental science).

^ The basic science units can from any incomplete or completed degree or four year honours degree studies you have undertaken. Basic science units undertaken any other level are not acceptable.

Minimum academic requirements

Entry requirement

You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline.

Additional entry requirements

For the Environmental Health major you must also have the following:

  • A minimum of 48 credit points (equivalent of one semester full time study) of recognised basic science units successfully completed in a recognised bachelor degree^ and must include:
    • 12 credit points (one subject) of foundation chemistry; and
    • 36 credit points in other science areas (e.g. microbiology, physics, anatomy and physiology, life science, environmental science).

^ The basic science units can from any incomplete or completed degree studies you have undertaken. Basic science units undertaken any other level are not acceptable.

Minimum English language requirements

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.

Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

English Test
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall 6.5
Listening 6
Reading 6
Writing 6
Speaking 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall 176
Listening 169
Reading 169
Writing 169
Speaking 169
PTE Academic
Overall 58
Listening 50
Reading 50
Writing 50
Speaking 50
TOEFL iBT
Overall 79
Listening 16
Reading 16
Writing 21
Speaking 18
English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. 		176 169 169 169 169
PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
TOEFL iBT 79 16 16 21 18

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Advanced standing

Applicants with postgraduate qualifications in OHS or environmental health (EH) may be eligible for advanced standing into this course. It is recommended that applicants with no previous OHS or EH studies apply for the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or the Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health and then articulate to the Master of Health, Safety and Environment.

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from July

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from July

2025 fees

2025: $25,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $37,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Find out more about postgraduate course fees

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