Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Fire Science | Emergency Management
Area of study
Security Services
Education type
Fully Online
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-03-04 | - |
2024-07-22 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
The Master of Bushfire Protection program at Western Sydney University equips graduates to assess and advise on developments in bushfire-prone areas, considering building codes and relevant standards. Graduates are also prepared to develop alternative solutions and consult on bushfire fighting techniques and emergency management. The program takes a balanced approach to training in fundamental knowledge and problem-solving skills, exploring building regulations, bushfire behavior, emergency management, planning, and building in bushfire-prone areas.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The Master of Bushfire Protection program at Western Sydney University equips graduates to assess and advise on developments in bushfire-prone areas, considering building codes and relevant standards. Graduates are also prepared to develop alternative solutions and consult on bushfire fighting techniques and emergency management.
- Objectives: The program aims to provide a contemporary and critical approach to management, planning, and development in bushfire-prone areas.
- Description: The program takes a balanced approach to training in fundamental knowledge and problem-solving skills. It explores building regulations, bushfire behavior, emergency management, planning, and building in bushfire-prone areas. Additionally, students gain knowledge in the practical assessment and approval process adopted by the industry.
Outline:
- Program Structure: The program structure is outlined in the university's handbook.
- Course Schedule: The handbook provides information on all subjects covered in the program.
- Content: The program includes subjects such as:
- Building regulations
- Bushfire behavior
- Emergency management
- Planning and building in bushfire-prone areas
Teaching:
- Methods: The program is taught by leading industry experts and academics from the university.
- Faculty: The faculty includes:
- Industry experts
- Academics
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Housing industry
- Government at local, state, or federal level
- Bushfire safety inspector
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