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Bachelor of Science (Hons) Occupational Safety and Health with Environmental Health
About
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Occupational Safety and Health with Environmental Health at UTAR is a multidisciplinary programme designed to address both environmental and workplace health challenges. With global environmental issues like climate change, pollution, and resource depletion affecting human health, there is an increasing demand for professionals skilled in environmental protection, green technologies, and hazardous substance management. Additionally, workplace safety has gained significant attention due to occupational diseases, exposure to hazardous materials, and industrial hazards.
This programme equips students with professional knowledge, technical expertise, and practical skills to ensure workplace safety and environmental health compliance. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in industrial safety, environmental health management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, contributing to safer workplaces and a healthier environment.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 42 months |
| Intakes | February, June, November |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 1 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 63,600 |
Subjects
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Health and Safety
Duration
42 months
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | RM 1 | RM 63,600 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | RM 15,850 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 1 | RM 79,450 |
| Estimated cost per year | RM 1 | RM 22,700 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Any of these:
- STPM: Grade C in any 2 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- STAM: Minimum grade of Jayyid+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- A-Level: Grade D in any 2 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- SAM: ATAR 70 and Grade B in any 2 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- CPU: Average of 70% in 6 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- IB Diploma: Minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points) and 4 points in any 2 subjects+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- TVET Diplomas (DKM / DVM / DLKM): Fully accredited by MQA
Minimum CGPA 2.50 OR CGPA 2.00 with 2 years relevant work experience
Admission screening required
Possible Bridging Programme
Credit transfer on a case-by-case basis. - Foundation from UTAR: Minimum CGPA of 2.00+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- Matriculation / Foundation from other Institutions: Minimum CGPA of 2.00+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF): Minimum CGPA of 2.00+Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent**.
- Other Equivalent Qualifications: Minimum CGPA of 2.00.
English Language Requirements:
- Malaysian Applicants (STPM / UEC/qualifications not fully in English): Credit in SPM English / Grade C in O-Level English / Grade B in UEC English / MUET Band 3 / IELTS Band 5.0 / TOEFL 40 (iBT) / TOEFL 7.5 (Essentials) / PTE 47 / Cambridge English 154/100 (OET) / ELS CIEP Level 107.
Note: Not applicable for A-Level/SAM/CPU or qualifications fully in English (must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent).
If only a pass in SPM English/equivalent is obtained, applicants must take and pass English Levels 7 & 8 in the English Enhancement Programme before joining the degree programme.
- International Applicants: IELTS Band 5.5 / MUET Band 3 / TOEFL 46 (iBT) / TOEFL 8 (Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200 (OET) / ELS CIEP Level 108 / Equivalent to CEFR Low B2.
Note: Not applicable for qualifications fully in English or students from countries where English is the official language.
Curriculum
Year 1
- National Language / Other Language
- Basic Chemistry
- Basic Laboratory Skills for Bioscience
- Basic Physics
- Microbiology
- Statistical Analysis For Bioscience
- Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- Environmental Health Practices
- Introduction to occupational Safety and Health
- Occupational Epidemiology and Disease
- MPU 1*
- MPU 1**
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Hazard Recognition and Risk Management
- MPU - University Electives / Co-curriculum
Year 2
- Incident and Accident Investigation
- Environmental Management System
- Construction Health and Safety
- Occupational Safety
- Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
- Fire Prevention and Protection System
- Occupational Safety and Health Policy and Legislations
- Research and Methodology
- Solid Waste Management
- Food Safety and Quality Assurance
- Vector and Pest Management
- Environmental Impact and Risk Assessment
- OSH Communications and Behavior Based Safety
- MPU Economic and Management in OSH
- Environmental and Occupational Toxicology
Year 3
- Project
- Facility Planning
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Practicum at Clinical Set-ups / Government Agencies
- Air and Noise Pollution Control
- Human Resource Management
- Industrial Relation
- Emergency Control and Response Management
- Wastewater Treatment
- Occupational Safety and Health Management System
Year 4
- Industrial Training (Placement in Industries & Plants)
National Language/Other Language - Choose 1 course
- Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
- Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
- Introduction to Chinese Language I
- Introduction to French
- Introduction to German Language
- Introduction to Japanese
- Introduction to Korean
- Introduction to Tamil Language
- Introduction to Thai Language
MPU1* - Choose 1 Unit(s)
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (for Local Students)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (for International Students)
MPU1** - Choose 1 Unit(s)
- Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban (for local students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues (for international students)
University Electives – Choose 1 Unit(s)
- Social Entrepreneurship Project
- Arts and Cultural Performance Project
- Community Project
- Language, Culture and Social Study Abroad
- Teamwork and Collaborative Project
- Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
- Art, Craft and Design
- Oral Communication Project
- Music Performance
- Managing Personal Finance
- Work Ethics and EQ
- Management of Sports Activity
- Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
- Leadership and Teambuilding
- Business Plan Writing & Preparation
- Work Ethics and EQ (for international students)
- Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC)