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Associate of Occupational Health and Safety
- Chula Vista, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
A 1-year course-based master programme in Occupational Health and Safety at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Occupational Health and Safety can develop the ability to interpret health-related evidence
- Apply appropriate safety and professional practices
- Communicate effectively with patients or stakeholders and evaluate care or service needs
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Higher-level roles in regulatory agencies
- Industry
- Government and stakeholder organisations
- Further academic study
Curriculum
- Twenty-four credit hours covering the history and social science of OHS
- Workplace organisation
- Epidemiology
- Injury and disease prevention
- Ergonomics and occupational hygiene
- Plus a capstone research paper (OHS 6001).
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or certificate (official transcript
- certified English translation if not in English); proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS Academic 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- or US high school or college English composition
- or Q International School Level 108); evidence of funds 30
- 431 USD with Affidavit of Support; F-1 transfer students add I-20
- F-1 visa
- I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
- No minimum GPA published
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or certificate (official transcript, certified English translation if not in English); F-1 transfer students with I-20, F-1 visa, I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Secondary Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)
How to apply
- Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
- qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,218 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Chula Vista (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health, Wellness & Public Safety |
| Department | Environmental Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | College and foundation scholarships may be available to eligible enrolled students; international status can affect eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
27 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 27 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $10,218 USD per year.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 50, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 75, IELTS Academic 5.5.

