Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety (BOHS) Degree Program Profile

Head of the Degree Program: Abdul Kadir, S.K.M., M.Sc.

The Bachelor Occupational Health and Safety (BOHS) Degree Program at Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Indonesia (UI), represents the first BOHS degree program at a state university in Indonesia. The BOHS Degree Program was previously developed from Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) major under the faculty’s Bachelor of Public Health Degree Program. The demands of graduate users to create OHS graduates with specific competencies of OHS urged the Department of OHS to develop the present BOHS Degree Program.

The BOHS Degree Program curriculum is compiled with reference to various elements encompassing government policies, professional organizations (oil and gas, mining, construction, manufacturing, and other OHS-related sectors), relevant curriculum from reputable universities overseas when BOHS degree program was unavailable in Indonesia, the vision and mission of the university and faculty, as well as other stakeholders including students, lecturers, alumni, and users. Our curriculum is also designed based on national policies: the Regulation of Indonesian Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Number 3 of 2020 and the Regulation of Indonesian Minister of Manpower Number 5 of 2018, OHS-related professional organizations: Indonesian Industrial Hygiene Association (IIHA) and Indonesian Occupational Health Experts Association (Perhimpunan Ahli Kesehatan Kerja Indonesia/PAKKI), and by taking into account relevant international standards and practices from institutions, such as The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) dan National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The first batch of students accepted for the BOHS Degree Program was held in 2015.

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive, equitable, and quality OHS education program
• Organizing quality and competitive educational and teaching activities at the national and Southeast Asian levels with a conducive academic climate
• Conducting research to develop quality OHS science and practices
• Carrying out community engagement activities according to the community needs in the field of OHS

• Providing comprehensive, equitable, and quality access to OHS education
• Creating competent graduates who are competitive at the national and Southeast Asian levels and have an entrepreneurial outlook
• Improving the quantity and quality of research results which can address OHS issues in the community
• Implementing knowledge and skills in the field of OHS to meet the community needs

The BOHS Degree Program at UI Faculty of Public Health aims to create graduates who are competent in identifying, analyzing, and managing risks in occupational settings. We focus on developing professionals who are able to implement OHS principles to improve worker safety, health, and welfare as well as organizational effectiveness in various industrial sectors. Through a research-based approach and field practice, our graduates are ready to address the global challenges in the field of OHS.

Advantages of the BOHS Degree Program at UI Faculty of Public Health:

• Excellent Accreditation: Recognized as one of the best degree programs in Indonesia with excellent accreditation from the national accreditation agency (LAM-PTKes).
• Integrated and Competency-based Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to develop practical knowledge and skills, covering risk management, ergonomics, occupational health, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and human factors & behavior in OHS.
• Collaboration with Industry: Strategic partnerships with companies and government agencies provide access to internships, collaborative research, and career development.
• Solid Alumni Network: The BOHS Degree Program graduates have an extensive and solid professional network in the industry, government and academic sectors, which support future career development.

Graduates of the BOHS Degree Program at UI Faculty of Public Health obtain S.K.K.K (Sarjana Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja/Bachelor of Occupational Safety and Health) degree, whose profile is graduates having an ability to manage/administer OHS risks through the implementation of OHS science in collaboration with relevant stakeholders in an ethical and professional manner.

Graduate learning outcomes take into account

1. vision and mission of the college;
2. Indonesian national qualification framework;
3. development of science and technology;
4. occupational competence needs in the world of employment;
5. the degree program scientific domain;
6. primary competencies of the degree program graduates; and
7. curriculum of similar degree programs.

Prospective Student Criteria

• Graduate from senior high school majoring in sains
• Normal Color Vision

The BOHS Degree Program at UI Faculty of Public Health has a highly competitive level of 2.8 – 3.3% (in the last 3 years), with around 3 out of every 100 applicants being accepted. Despite being selective, the degree program has a student graduation rate of 100%, reflecting the excellent quality of education, academic support, and student perseverance.

Since it was first opened in 2015, the BOHS Degree Program has continued to encourage its students to broaden their horizons through many international programs. This opportunity is available through the UI International Office as well as direct collaborations with foreign universities and institutions.

The BOHS Degree Program students have actively participated in various short course programs and summer courses abroad, which not only enrich their academic experience but also expand their networks and cross-cultural understanding.

Since 2020, the BOHS Degree Program has adopted the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka/MBKM (Independent Learning Independent Campus) policy into its learning system. Through this program, students have the opportunity to get engaged in a wide range of activities outside the campus, such as:

• Internships in industry and professional institutions and independent internships
• Student exchange oversease (Indonesian International Student Mobility Awards)
• Other development programs according to interests and talents
• Community engagement activities

The MBKM initiative aims to provide a more comprehensive and contextual learning experience, also bring students closer to the world of employment.

In addition to formal learning activities, the BOHS Degree Program at UI Faculty of Public Health also provides ample space for students to develop themselves through various non-academic activities. The student organization overseeing the activities is the Occupational Health and Safety Community (OHSC), which is a means for students to organize, be creative, and build social awareness and professionalism in the field of OHS. The OHSC also provides leadership experience, cross-generation collaboration, and strengthening of OHS competencies through relevant training activities, expos, and advocacies.

The OHSC routinely holds the organization’s leading program called OHS Expo, a series of annual events consisting of competitions, training, and seminars on a national scale. This activity aims to deepen students’ and the general public’s comprehension of OHS issues practically and contextually.

The OHSC also has other interesting and beneficial routine programs for both OHS students and the general public, including:

• ‘Podcast Bilik OHS’ (Alumni gathering and career-related discussion activities)
• OHS Field Trip (Company visit activities)
• Basecamp (Community outreach activities and dissemination of information on OHS science to the general public)
• OHS Academy (Training on OHS science)
• OHS Goes to School

All these activities not only strengthen students’ technical knowledge, but also shape their leadership, collaboration, and social responsibility characters.

In addition to activities initiated by the OHSC, students can also participate in different programs at the faculty, university, and national and international forum levels. Information related to these activities can be accessed through official accounts on social media and other academic information channels.

Tracer study survey shows that the waiting period for graduates to get their first job ranges from 3–12 months. The BOHS Degree Program fresh graduates have broad and relevant job prospects in various industrial sectors and institutions. The following is several areas of employment for the graduates:

1. Industry and Manufacturing
   • highly needed in the fields of:
     • Oil & Gas
     • Mining
     • Petrochemical
     • Construction and Infrastructure
     • Manufacturing and Fabrication
     • Transportation and Logistics
   • Roles:
     • HSE Officer/Engineer
     • Safety Supervisor/Inspector
     • Occupational Hygienist
     • Risk Management Specialist
2. Government Institutions
   • Workforce Supervisor
   • OHS Instructor
   • OHS Policy Analyst
   • Occupational Health Counsellor
3. Health Facilities and Hospitals
   • OHS Person in Charge at hospitals
   • Patient safety and Risk Management Team
   • Industrial Hygiene Consultant
4. Academics and Education
   • For graduates who continue their studies to a higher level (Master’s/Doctoral degree), there are career paths available as:
     • Lecturer at universities
     • OHS Training Instructor
     • OHS Training Curriculum and Module Developer

In addition, graduates can also actively contribute to national and international OHS-related professional organizations as part of ongoing professional development. Strengthening capacity and networking has begun since college through active participation in the student organization, OHSC, which is a forum for leadership development, advocacy of OHS issues, and cross-sector collaboration.

Phone    : +62882-1454-2759 / +6221 7863487

E-mail    : s1OHS.fkm@ui.ac.id

Address : Building C 1^st Floor, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Indonesia Depok City, West Java Province, Zip Code 16424