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MSc Public and Environmental Health Sciences

The Public and Environmental Health Sciences programme from University of Birmingham is designed for international students wishing to advance their knowledge and develop their career in public and environmental health. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and runs in parallel to the Environmental Health MSc.

Quick Facts

  
Full-Time Duration: 1 year
Starting in: September
Tuition Fee: £26,640 per year
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

A virtual learning platform has been introduced to allow students to identify hazards and risks within an industrial environment. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health for international students. It is taught in conjunction with the MSc in Environmental Health. We welcome international students on our courses.

This Public and Environmental Health Sciences programme from University of Birmingham is aimed at International students but is also open to UK students. If you are a UK student who wishes to work in the UK or pursue the CIEH Chartered route, please see the equivalent Environmental Health MSc programme.

The course is taught using formal lectures, workshops, group work, case studies, practical simulations, industrial/commercial visits and student centered learning. Students benefit from being taught in a research-intense environment and are encouraged to develop their critical thinking and research skills. The course supports building the foundation of competence through the knowledge and skills required by the CIEH curriculum.

Courses included:

  • Food Microbiology and Safety
  • Food Control and Hygiene Management
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Environmental Protection and Climate Change
  • Health Protection
  • Public Health Integration
  • Chemical and Biological Incident Management

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Careers

Graduates of this course have found employment with:

  • Government Health Departments
  • Government Health and Environmental Protection Agencies
  • International and National Non-Governmental organizations
  • Multi-national companies
  • International Environmental Health Consultancies
  • Higher Educational Establishments

Requirements

A science based honours degree which is at least equivalent to a 2:1 honours degree from a UK university. This MSc course is for international students only.

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