Curtin University

Course Overview

Overview – Bachelor of Health, Safety and Environment (Hons) Offered by Curtin University Malaysia, the Bachelor of Health, Safety and Environment (Hons) is an undergraduate programme that prepares students to manage and improve occupational health, safety, and environmental standards within diverse industries. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to develop students’ ability to analyse risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement effective safety and environmental management systems. Students engage with core areas such as workplace hazard identification, risk assessment, safety leadership, environmental protection, and sustainability practices. Emphasis is placed on real-world problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and the application of industry-relevant tools and techniques. Through case studies, project work, and practical learning activities, graduates gain competencies that are highly valued by employers. Upon completion, graduates are well positioned for careers in occupational health and safety, environmental consulting, risk management, regulatory compliance, and sustainability roles across private, public, and multinational sectors. The programme also provides a strong foundation for further professional development and advanced study in health, safety, and environmental disciplines.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission into the Bachelor's degree, applicants must typically meet one of the following criteria: STPM: Minimum Grade C in 3 subjects Matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.5 Foundation (Art/Science) or equivalent: Minimum CGPA 2.5 GCE A-Level: Grade D in 3 subjects including Mathematics UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects including credits in Mathematics and Bahasa Melayu or English HKDSE: Minimum 15 points IB: Minimum score 24 Ontario Grade 12: Best of 6 subjects – minimum score 60 ATAR/WACE/SACE/VCE: Minimum 70 International qualifications: Equivalent percentages from recognised systems (e.g., CBSE 60%, HSC 65%, Pakistan 75%, Sri Lanka 5) Curtin University Malaysia Applicants must also have a credit in Mathematics and a credit in Bahasa Melayu or English at SPM level (or equivalent). International applicants must demonstrate equivalent proficiency in Mathematics.

Exam Required

No

Mode Of Instruction

English

Scholarship Info

Yes