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Ergonomics, safety and health

Why do research in Ergonomics, safety and health?

The Centre for Ergonomics and Human Factors is a member of the World Health Organisation network of Collaborating Centres in Occupational Health. Our research program is characterised by a socio-technical systems approach to assessing and managing workplace health and safety risks. Current research includes the prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders, aging workforce issues, general occupational health and safety, and road safety. We have a strong research focus on the roles of psychosocial hazards and occupational stress in the aetiology of musculoskeletal disorders and other workplace health or performance problems.

Career opportunities

Demand for OHS professionals is growing. Graduates may work as OHS practitioners, ergonomists, researchers, academics or in occupational, health and safety management.

Courses

Local students

Ergonomics, safety and health courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2011	Doctor of Philosophy	Melbourne Bendigo Melbourne (City) Other Albury-Wodonga	4 years full-time or equivalent part-time	Anytime
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Course description This degree involves a major original supervised research project and submission of a thesis. Areas of study include: social work; social policy; social participation; evidence based-practice; ageing and aged care; health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; prosthetics and orthotics; rehabilitation; and injury prevention. Prerequisite Applicants with first- or upper second-class Honours (or equivalent) may be admitted directly to PhD candidature. Others are normally required to enrol initially in a research Master's program and, if appropriate, transfer to PhD candidature when they have demonstrated the capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Full course details Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne (City) Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Doctor of Philosophy	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne Other	4 years full-time or equivalent part-time	Anytime
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Course description This degree requires a major original research project under supervision and the submission of a thesis. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. Areas of study include: health systems, policy and management, social policy; social participation; evidence based-practice; ageing and aged care; health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; prosthetics and orthotics; social work and social policy, rehabilitation; and injury prevention. Prerequisite Applicants with first-class or upper second-class honours (or an equivalent qualification) may be admitted directly to PhD candidature. Others will normally be required to enrol initially in a research master's program and, if appropriate, transfer to PhD candidature when they have demonstrated the capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Full course details Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2011	Master of Applied Science	Melbourne Melbourne (City) Albury-Wodonga	1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Applied Science continued… Course description This course offers numerous research opportunities in health sciences. Areas of research expertise include: health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; rehabilitation and injury prevention; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; and prosthetics and orthotics. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. Prerequisite Bachelor's degree and a fourth year of study; or Bachelor's degree and at least two years' relevant professional or research experience; or other acceptable qualifications, skills or experience. Applicants to the School of Physiotherapy normally have an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma with at least a B average), or Master's Preliminary in physiotherapy. Applicants to the School of Occupational Therapy normally have either an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma with at least a B average. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Scholarship applications close October 31 2010. Full course details Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne (City) Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Master of Applied Science	Albury-Wodonga Melbourne	1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Applied Science continued… Course description This course offers numerous research opportunities in health sciences. Areas of research expertise include: health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; rehabilitation and injury prevention; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; and prosthetics and orthotics. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. Prerequisite Bachelor's degree and a fourth year of study; or Bachelor's degree and at least two years' relevant professional or research experience; or other acceptable qualifications, skills or experience. Applicants to the School of Physiotherapy normally have an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma with at least a B average), or Master's Preliminary in physiotherapy. Applicants to the School of Occupational Therapy normally have either an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma with at least a B average. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Full course details Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Albury-Wodonga

How to apply

You can apply for research candidature at any time. However, applications for research scholarships close on 31 October.

To apply for Master's candidature, you need an Honours degree or Master's Preliminary. For Doctoral (PhD) candidature, you need a Master's or a Bachelor's degree with Honours, usually with a result of at least H2A.

Before applying, it's best to contact a potential academic supervisor and receive in-principle approval for your topic.

Once you've done this, you can download an application form [PDF 1.02Mb] and submit it to La Trobe's Research Services office.

Fees and scholarships

Research degrees are funded by the Commonwealth Government via the Research Training Scheme (RTS) (fees may apply to some components of some Professional Doctorates).

There are a range of scholarships available for local students.

International students

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Ergonomics, safety and health international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011	Doctor of Philosophy (006629C)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years	Anytime	$24 260
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Year 2011 Course description This degree involves a major original supervised research project and submission of a thesis. Areas of study include: social work; social policy; social participation; evidence based-practice; ageing and aged care; health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; prosthetics and orthotics; rehabilitation; and injury prevention. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Course details Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne (City) Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Doctor of Philosophy (006629C)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years	Anytime	$25 950
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Year 2012 Course description This degree requires a major original research project under supervision and the submission of a thesis. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. Areas of study include: health systems, policy and management, social policy; social participation; evidence based-practice; ageing and aged care; health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; prosthetics and orthotics; social work and social policy, rehabilitation; and injury prevention. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Course details Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2011	Master of Applied Science (074418F)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne Melbourne (City)	2 years	Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)	$22 650
Master of Applied Science continued… Year 2011 Course description This course offers numerous research opportunities in health sciences. Areas of research expertise include: health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; rehabilitation and injury prevention; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; and prosthetics and orthotics. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Course details Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne (City) Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Master of Applied Science (074418F)	Bendigo Melbourne	2 years	Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)	$25 720
Master of Applied Science continued… Year 2012 Course description This course offers numerous research opportunities in health sciences. Areas of research expertise include: health systems policy and management; mother and child health; sex, health and society; human communication sciences; musculoskeletal research; nursing and midwifery; rehabilitation and injury prevention; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; orthoptics; podiatry; and prosthetics and orthotics. While coursework is not a requirement for the degree, selected subjects may be recommended for some candidates. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Course details Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Melbourne Applied Science (Health Sciences) (Master)Albury-Wodonga

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fee costs for international students is indicated for each course above. There are also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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