Graduate Certificate in Fire Safety Engineering
This course introduces professionals to fire safety engineering principles and fire safety engineering. It is designed for professionals wishing to become familiar with the concept of fire safety solutions where the performance based Building Code of Australia and the Fire Engineering Guidelines have been used.
Fire and Safety at UWS
This is one of only two Graduate Certificate courses available in this area in Australia. The Graduate Certificate in Fire Safety Engineering has 12 years history, and takes a balanced approach to training Nstudents in fundamental knowledge and problem solving skills. Students will gain a sound understanding of building regulations, fire dynamics, human behaviour and risk assessment.
The course is taught by leading industrial experts as well as academics at the University. It is a distance learning course, with flexible modes offered to cater for students’ needs.
It’s all about career opportunities
Trained fire safety engineering graduates are in high demand in the building industry.
This course sets a path to the next two levels, namely the Graduate Diploma and Master of Fire Safety Engineering. Students may be exposed to more employment opportunities while enrolled in the course.
Duration
One year part-time.
Location
Penrith
Course Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 30 credit points. All units are compulsory.
Admission Requirements
Degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant area of study. Applicants who do not hold a degree may be admitted if they hold a relevant Associate Diploma PLUS 4 years post completion relevant work experience OR if they can demonstrate signficant relevant industry experience.
Applicants with ten years post qualification experience AND employment in a senior position will be considered for admission on the basis that they can demonstrate the ability to undertake postgraduate study. This may involve a written submission and/or an interview or, alternatively, the submission of evidence of general or professional qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
All domestic applications for entry to UWS postgraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Step by step instructions are available on on How to Apply pages.
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