Bachelor of Science
The Bachelors Programme delivers the knowledge and skills to apply OESH competencies in business enterprises and government agencies. These generalists are able to develop, implement and manage basic programmes and to assist in the provision of training and consultancy services.
Minimum Qualifications
Entry requirements to the Bachelor's programme in the Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences are explained at www.mona.uwi.edu/admissions/programmes/mona_pureapp.htm.
Skills and Competence
This course if nothing else has opened my eyes and my thinking to the need to be aware of the health and safety status of the various categories of workers within the industry, especially those who may not be afforded protection under such legislation as the Factories Act and Regulations.
GAIL NELSON, M.Sc (2009)
Research Officer,
Coffee Industry Board.
- The recognition, evaluation and provision of basic control options for workplace hazards
- The development, implementation and management of basic OESH programmes
- The provision of OESH training
- Assisting the provision of OESH consultancy services
Programme Structure
The programme runs for three (3) years full-time and is divided into two (2) levels. Level I consists of seven (7) courses which must be completed in year one, while Level II consists of twenty (20) courses plus a practicum, which are completed in years 2 and 3. Most year three courses focus on professional development in OESH. The part-time option runs over six (6) years.
The B.Sc. OESH (Occupational and Environmental Safety and Health) requires 122 credits. [View the Course Outline]
How to Apply
Details of the application procedure are available at www.mona.uwi.edu/admissions/forms.
Fees
Current student fees are listed at the www.mona.uwi.edu/admissions/fees.
Page last updated: 2008-10-21
