PhD in Occupational Safety and Health

Program Overview

Occupational Safety and Health

PhD Program Overview

The PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health at European University Cyprus is designed to prepare graduates for international careers in academia or as senior researchers and consultants in both private and government organizations. The program includes theoretical coursework and research components, with a focus on safety performance and safety culture in micro firms, human factors and safety cultures in critical infrastructures, and risk communication.

Program Details

• Duration: 3 years
• Mode of Study: On Campus
• ECTS: 180
• Languages: English

Admission Process

The admission process for the PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health involves the following steps:

• Application: Interested applicants are expected to submit a research proposal with their application.
• Supporting Material: The necessary supporting material accompanying the application is described in the application form.
• Final Selection: The final selection is based on assessment of the applicant’s qualifications and personal interview(s).

Program Structure

The PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health consists of the following components:

• Specific Coursework - Courses: 30 ECTS
  • OSH705: Epistemology of Sciences and Occupational Health and Safety Research Methods (10 ECTS)
  • OSH715: Advanced Topics in Safety Management and Risk Contexts (10 ECTS)
  • OSH725: Special Topics in Occupational Safety and Health (10 ECTS)
• Comprehensive Qualifying Examination: 10 ECTS
• Preparation and Submission of a Thesis - Dissertation Proposal: 20 ECTS
• Ph.D. Project: 90 ECTS
• Ph.D. Thesis - Dissertation: 30 ECTS

Research Areas

The PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health offers research opportunities in the following areas:

• Emerging Risks in Occupational Safety and Health
• Disaster Risk Management in SE Mediterranean

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health can pursue careers in:

• Risk Management
• Public Policy Analysis and Research
• Health and Safety Consultancy
• Energy Industry

Additional Information

For further information about the PhD program in Occupational Safety and Health, please contact the Office of Admissions.