UNIVERSITI TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Occupational Safety and Health with Environmental Health 

[formerly known as Bachelor of Science (Honours) Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health]

(R/1022/6/0013)(01/32)(MQA/SWA8677)

Science Degree Programme

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This programme is devised to equip the students with a sound knowledge of the principles of environmental health as well as occupational safety and health.


The UTAR Bachelor of Science (Honours) Occupational Safety and Health with Environmental Health(R/1022/6/0013)(01/32)(MQA/SWA8677) is accredited by the following organisation.

 

  • 1. A pass in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2

    2. Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    1. A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid

    2. Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    1. A-Level with minimum grade D in any 2 subjects

    2. Grade C in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    1. SAM with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any subjects.

    2. Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    1. CPU with an average of 70% in 6 subjects

    2. Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    1. UEC with Grade B in 5 subjects

    2. Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification*

    OR

    The TVET diplomas such as Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM).

    1. The DKM/DVM/DLKM must be fully accredited by MQA.

    2. Required a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or CGPA 2.00 with at least 2 years working experience in relevant field subject to Senate / Academic Board’s approval.

    3. Students will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and undergo the bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure.

    4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect.

  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) Occupational Safety and Health with Environmental Health(R/1022/6/0013)(01/32)(MQA/SWA8677 is aimed to produce:
    PEO1
    		Analyse and relate broad knowledge of OSH and environmental health concepts and principles, incorporating technical skills in OSH and environmental health practices
    PEO2
    		Commit to taking responsibility and delivering assigned tasks when leading, interacting and communicating with peers and stakeholders while ensuring ethical practices and orientation towards SDGs
    PEO3
    		Demonstrate technical competency in the innovative and creative use of digital technology and numerical techniques in OSH and environmental health
    PEO4 Commit to life-long learning and exhibiting entrepreneurial skills for academic and career advancement in relevant industries   
    Mapping between University's mission and PEOs
    Mission
    		PEO1PEO2PEO3PEO4
    Universal values in our beliefs✓


    		   
    Tenacity and resilience in overcoming challenges
    		✓
    		   
    Agility in facing new frontiers

    		✓
    		   
    Responsibility and commitment in pursuit of excellence


    		    ✓

  • The Programme Outcomes refer to the attributes that students should possess at the point of their graduation. These programme outcomes are as follows:
    PO1
    		Relate/Connect and explain knowledge in OSH and Environmental health at the workplace.
    PO2Assess and analyse issues and conduct research on OSH and environmental health at the workplace.
    PO3Interpret, analyse, synthesise and apply evidence-based scientific principles in discussing ideas of preventive and corrective measures in OSH and environmental health.
    PO4Educate and train employees, employers and other interested parties on OSH and environmental health.
    PO5Adhere to the legal ethical principles and the professional code of conduct in OSH and environmental health.
    PO6Utilise digital applications and information management systems to enhance their OSH and environmental health practices as well as to seek and process data related to work.
    PO7Demonstrate skills to use and interpret routine and complex numerical and graphical/visual OSH and environmental health data.
    PO8Assume responsibility in leadership, communication and interaction in carrying out routine and non-routine OSH and environmental health tasks.
    PO9Select self-improvement initiatives and possibilities for further education related to OSH and environmental health.
    PO10Explore and engage in activities relating to entrepreneurship.
    PO11Show commitment and responsibility in complying with any organisation and professional ethics.

  • Click the links below for more information.
    Programme Brochure General Information Brochure UTAR Studies Page Application Page Financial Aid

  • For academic enquiry on the course information, please contact: 

    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zafarullah Nizamani 
    E-mail: zafarullah@utar.edu.my 
    Tel: 05-468 8888 ext: 4638

    For general course enquiry, please contact us via our     programme promotion team.