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
2013
Doctor of Philosophy
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Albury-Wodonga
- Bendigo
- Melbourne
- City
- Other
- Year
- 2013
- 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.
- How to apply
- Please download an application form here.
- Full course details
- Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne
Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo
Health Sciences (PhD)City
Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
Master of Applied Science
- Duration :
- 1 years full-time, or the equivalent part-time, and a maximum of 3 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Albury-Wodonga
- Melbourne
- Bendigo
- Year
- 2013
- 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 Department 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 Department of Occupational Therapy normally have either an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma with at least a B average.
- How to apply
- Please visit this page for candidature and scholarships forms.
- 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
2013
Doctor of Philosophy (006629C)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 27 800
- Campus
- Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- 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. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne - 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. Applicants must also provide evidence of substantial prior research expertise. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- Full course details
- Health Sciences (PhD)Melbourne
Health Sciences (PhD)Bendigo
Health Sciences (PhD)City
Health Sciences (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
Master of Applied Science (074418F)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 27 560
- Campus
- Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, City
- Year
- 2013
- 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. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, City - English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, City- 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. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, City
- Additional information
- Please note that the Melbourne (city) campus is now known as Franklin Street campus. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, City
- Full 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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