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Graduate Diploma of Human Factors and Safety Management Systems
University of South Australia (UniSA)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00121B
The Graduate Diploma in Human Factors and Safety Management Systems provides students with advanced knowledge and strong research skills in this emerging professional area which can be applied to a wide range of industries including aviation, transportation, healthcare, mining and defence. Human factors is a multi-disciplinary applied science that integrates psychology, engineering, ergonomics, management and industrial design. It explores socio-technical systems in the workplace - the relationship between technology, individuals and organisations in work place design. This qualification is offered online only.
Structure
36 units
Subjects
- Human Factors
- Safety Management Systems
Standard entry requirements
- Bachelor degree in relevant discipline including psychology, safety, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, ergonomics, occupational hygiene and engineering
- Applicants with Bachelor degrees in other related disciplines will be considered case by case
- Or any Bachelor degree and 4 years relevant Health and Safety/Human Factors work experience
- Or Graduate Certificate in Human Factors or Ergonomics from a recognised higher education institution
- Or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from a recognised higher education institution. International students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained the required standards prior to admission.
Study pathways
Part-time students are recommended to complete the four courses offered in the Graduate Certificate in Human Factors and Organisational Safety first.
Further information
This program is not available to international students studying in Australia under a student visa. International students may study online from their home country.