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Accessibility & LanguageBachelor of Science (Occupational Health and Safety Management)
College of Science and Engineering
CAO Code: GY313
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Course Overview
The BSc in Occupational Health and Safety Management is a multidisciplinary programme that examines the relationship between workplace factors and human health, safety and well-being. Students study subjects including the basic sciences, health sciences, engineering, law, management and regulatory affairs among others. The programme is designed to meet the needs of industry and provides students with a high-quality qualification in the multidisciplinary area of Occupational Health and Safety Management.
It enables students to work across all sectors as Occupational Health and Safety Managers and Environmental Health and Safety professionals. There is continuous demand for such graduates across all sectors.
This programme offers the opportunity to experience life as a health and safety professional as all students complete a seven-month work placement in industry during third year. This placement allows students to further develop their knowledge and apply their technical skills within the workplace. Our 4th year students are currently on their work placement with, Boston Scientific, Hollister, Zimmer Biomet, Thermo King, The Irish Defence Forces, Regeneron, Abbvie, Aerogen, Ward and Burke and PMS Athenry.
This programme has been accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). Students can access IOSH Student Membership for the duration of their studies and, on successful completion, they will meet the academic requirements for Graduate (Grad IOSH) membership. Graduate membership is the gateway to Chartered status. As IOSH is the only organisation in the world that offers Chartered membership to health and safety practitioners, this can help you achieve the highest professional standards and gain international recognition
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What Our Students Say
Eve Mulligan | Lead Safety Advisor, Children's Disability Services HSE
The programme at the University of Galway is well designed, engaging, relevant and highly rated by employers. I selected the degree because it was the best fit for my learning and future employment goals. As I entered the workforce, I felt well prepared to be able to meet client-related needs. I enjoy being part of a team of professionals who are passionate about creating positive change in workplace Environmental Health and Safety. My 4 years as a Science undergraduate at the University of Galway has been an incredible journey beyond my expectations and has given me the necessary skills to succeed in my future career. I would also like to add that the faculty has been an amazing source of strength and support.
Sophie Keady | 3rd year student
This insightful programme perfectly balances a blend of science-based modules with law and engineering- modules. I will be embarking on a six-month placement at the end of my third year where I intend to transfer my practice into theory. Lecturers are a fantastic source of support and encouragement with such a continuous and growing demand for health and safety experts, this course provides excellent employment opportunities.
Eoghan Dobey | ENTERPRISE RISK OFFICER, STATE CLAIMS AGENCY
The programme is a diverse and challenging learning opportunity in which I developed my personal as well as professional skills. The programme extensively covers the systems, regulations and procedures intended to protect the health and safety of individuals. Placement and the final year project were fantastic learning experiences where I received great exposure to how health and safety is provided for in the working environment. Since completing the programme I have begun a role with the State Claims Agency as an Enterprise Risk Officer where I am responsible for advising and assisting a range of state authorities and healthcare enterprises on their health and safety risk management with the aim of reducing future claims and litigation and where claims arise, manage them to contain the State’s liability and associated expenses.
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