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Accessibility & LanguageOccupational Health and Safety Top-Up (MSc)
Course Overview
This one-year programme has been designed exclusively for University of Galway graduates only who have completed either of the following two historical programmes specifically titled: "Higher Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety" or "Higher Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety and Hygiene". Applicants must also have relevant work experience in Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Health. Graduates are provided with an opportunity to complete the additional 30 credits (one module) required to upgrade their qualification to the MSc Occupational Health and Safety programme. Note: The current "HDip in Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety" does not apply.
Scholarships available
Find out about our Postgraduate Scholarships here.
Applications and Selections
Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System.
Who Teaches this Course
Dr Marie Coggins B.Sc., M.Sc., PhD, CMFOH.
Dr Vicky Hogan B.A., M.Sc., PhD
Dr Martina Kelly B.A., H.Dip, Ed., M.Sc., PhD
Deirdre Callanan B.Sc., H. Dip. in App. Sc., M.A., C.I.O.S.H.
Enda Fallon B.E., M.Eng.Sc, MIEI, M.Erg.S, FIES
Dr Saoirse Nic Gabhainn B.A., M.A., Ph.D., CPsychol., CSci., AFBPsS.
Requirements and Assessment
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have successfully completed the Higher Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Health, Safety and Hygiene, and have relevant work experience.
Additional Requirements
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Duration
1 year, part-time
Next start date
September 2025
A Level Grades ()
Average intake
6
QQI/FET FETAC Entry Routes
Closing Date
Please refer to the review/closing date webpage.
NFQ level
9
Mode of study
ECTS weighting
30
Award
CAO
Course code
MSC-MOH
Course Outline
Students are required to complete a 30-credit module, which is delivered on campus over 5 days in Semester 1 and 2. Students must complete a research thesis over the summer period. There may be an opportunity to complete the thesis on a topic of relevance to the students employer.
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Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Occupational Health and Safety has become a prominent component of business and society and continues to be a growth area for employment. Graduates are qualified to apply for a range of roles including, Occupational Health Manager, Occupational Health and Safety professional, Environmental Health and Safety Professional/Manager, Occupational Health Nurse.
Who’s Suited to This Course
Learning Outcomes
Transferable Skills Employers Value
Work Placement
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
€4,355 p.a. (including levy) 2024/25
Fees: Tuition
€4,250 p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Student levy
€105 p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Non EU
€
Student levy €105—payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI. Further detail here.
Find out More
Dr Marie Coggins
T: +353 91 493 394
E: marie.coggins@universityofgalway.ie
