Graduate Diploma in Fire Safety Engineering (3791)

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  • Approved Abbreviation: GradDipFireSafeEng
  • Western Sydney University Program Code: 3791
  • AQF Level: 8

This program applies to students who commenced in 2022 or later. 

Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.

For Commencement Year 2016, please refer to: 3706.2 Graduate Diploma in Fire Safety Engineering

For Commencement Year 2015, please refer to: 3706.1 Graduate Diploma in Fire Safety Engineering

The Graduate Diploma in Fire Safety Engineering is a two-year part time program which aims to provide professionals with the special skills and knowledge to develop, assess and evaluate fire safety engineering solutions for the built environment. It is relevant to fire safety engineers developing performance solutions using the fire engineering guidelines to meet the objectives and performance requirements of building regulations. The program can be completed in one year of full-time study, but the recommended study load is completion in two years in part-time mode.

The program has been designed primarily for External delivery. Many of the units have non-compulsory workshops that can be either attended online or on campus. Students are encouraged to attend these workshops to gain the benefit of interaction with their peers.

Early Exit

Students may exit this program on completion of 40 credit points with a 3792 Graduate Certificate in Fire Safety Engineering

Study Mode

Two years part-time. Students can fast-track by completing additional subjects per semester to complete the program earlier.

Program Advice

Program Advice

Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.

Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |

Location

Campus Attendance Mode Advice
Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street Part Time External See above

Accreditation

This program is recognised under the NSW Building and Design Certifiers Act 2018 as meeting the requirements for Certifiers - Fire safety.