MSc Environmental Health

The Environmental Health BSc(Hons) offered by the University of the West of England provides the skills required to analyze, critique, and apply knowledge across the relevant fields of environmental health such as food safety, housing health and safety, and environmental protection. This course develops essential skills needed for the practise of environmental health in a variety of environments, giving students a competitive edge in their chosen profession.Course Content: The course content focuses significantly on the determinants of health, health inequalities, and the promotion of health and wellbeing. Students also critically explore environmental health laws and policies including those related to climate change, sustainability, and global environmental health issues.Key Modules: The course incorporates key modules such as Environmental Protection, Housing and Health, Food Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, and Life Course Epidemiology and Public Health.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS). It is also recognised by the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB).Future Careers: On completing the course, graduates will be equipped to work in numerous fields including local government, consultancies, food industry, health services, housing associations, private sector, regulatory bodies, or self-employment. Roles encompass a diverse range, such as Environmental Health Practitioner, Public Health Practitioner, Housing Officer, and Health and Safety Consultant.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.