Bachelor of Science (Health, Safety and Environment) (Top-up)
Specialise in identifying and managing workplace risks to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
This course prepares you for a diverse career in the expanding area of occupational health and safety. You will learn how to create, maintain and manage a safe and healthy workplace, and develop professional skills in critical thinking, information literacy and technology. You’ll learn how to identify and manage risks and hazards, participate effectively in decision-making processes and improve health and safety to prevent injuries and illness in the workplace.
You will complete a 100-hour placement in your second academic year and a 150-hour placement in your third academic year.
What you’ll learn
Apply and integrate knowledge and practice of environmental and occupational health to enhance the safety and well-being of populations
Apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse issues relevant to Environmental and Occupational Health and think creatively in the generation of solutions to problems
Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information and evidence from the range of resources applicable to practice
Communicate effectively with a range of people including community groups, workers, employers, statutory authorities and their representatives and other professionals
Use scientific methods and technologies with an understanding of their advantages and limitations
Demonstrate ability for self-directed and lifelong learning through self-accepted responsibility
Recognise and apply international standards and perspectives within environmental and occupational settings
Demonstrate an appreciation of cultural diversity including the impact of cultural and social factors
Demonstrate professionalism and capacity for leadership and be able to work independently, collaboratively and ethically
Campus Information
Curtin Singapore campus
90 & 92 Jalan Rajah Singapore 329162
Intakes
- Feb
- July
- Nov
Application Processing Time in Days: 28
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career guidance
For students
Career Consultations
Curtin Singapore provides face-to-face consultations to provide personal assistance with the following:
Career coaching – career planning and management, resume writing, cover letter preparation, mock interviews, networking skills and job search strategies
Job and internship opportunities
To book a career consultation, please email to Career Centre or submit your request at Student Central.
Career Workshops
Get a career head start by attending our workshops. Learn to plan for your careers, explore your career interests, write impressive resumes and cover letters, ace job interviews and networking events, learn tips on how to survive and excel in the workplace as an intern or graduate. Come and equip yourself with essential knowledge, skills and career development tools to help you make informed decisions about your career.
Keep a lookout for the workshop schedules and registration form released every trimester through email, campus posters, and Curtin Singapore social media channels.
International students
According to the Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA) and the Ministry of Manpower, international students on Student’s Pass are not permitted to work during the school term or vacation.
PSW Opportunity
1 Yr psw
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
Successful completion of the Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) OR all India Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) with a grade average of 60% in the best 4 subjects OR Higher Secondary School Certificate (Standard Year 12 Qualification) awarded by one of the recognized Higher Secondary Education Boards in India with a grade average of 65% in the best 5 subjects.
IELTS Academic (International English Language Test System)
6.0 (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language - Internet Based Test)
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition (where TOEFL iBT testing is not available)
68 (R13, L13, S18, W21)
PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
50 (no score less than 50)
C1 Advanced Overall Score
Cambridge English Scale scores for each skill
169 (No skill below 169)
OET (Occupational English Test)
Calculated average score of all components 250
R:250
W:250
L:250
S:250
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year 08 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
76800 SGD
Annual Cost of Living: 10400 SGD
Application Fee: N/A