Environmental Health MSc

Program Overview

Middlesex University's Environmental Health MSc is the UK's largest and most respected program in the field. It offers a practical, work-focused curriculum with a strong emphasis on laboratory work and real-life case studies. The program covers a wide range of topics, including public health, food safety, housing, environmental protection, and occupational health. Graduates are eligible for membership in the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health and are prepared for careers in various sectors, including government agencies, public health organizations, and private companies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Environmental Health MSc offered by Middlesex University is the largest and foremost environmental health education program in the UK.
• The course is highly work-focused with a strong emphasis on practical laboratory work and real-life case studies.
• The curriculum is centered on UK law and practice but is designed to be adaptable and provide valuable education and training internationally.
• The program offers access to excellent facilities like a microbiology laboratory and pest control materials.
• Students can specialize in areas like food safety and health and safety, which are highly valued by both local authorities and the private sector.
• The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, and graduates are eligible to apply for membership.

Outline:

• The Environmental Health MSc program covers the impact of various factors on public health, the spread and control of diseases, health protection measures, human anatomy, physiology, and toxicology.
• Students also explore topics like inequality and deprivation, housing and health, law and ethics.
• The program delves into food safety, including food-borne illnesses, food storage and processing methods, legal requirements, and food safety standards.
• Students gain in-depth understanding of the five key areas of environmental health: food safety, housing, environmental protection, occupational health, and public health.
• They also learn how to identify and assess health and safety risks and implement measures to safeguard and improve health and safety in various settings.

Modules:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Public Health Leadership (15 Credits)
• Pollution and Health Protection (15 Credits)
• Stressors and Vectors of Disease (15 Credits)
• Factors Affecting Risk and Strategic Risk Intervention (15 Credits)
• Management of Workplace Safety (15 Credits)
• Interventions in Environmental Health (15 Credits)
• Food Safety (15 Credits)
• Practical Food Inspection (10 Credits)
• Housing and Health (15 Credits)
• Research Methodology and Project (60 Credits)
• Additional Modules:
• Download the Environmental Health MSc specification (PDF) for details.

Assessment:

• Students are assessed through a variety of methods including written and oral exams, research projects and dissertations, practical food examinations, tests, presentations, essays, work portfolios, case study analyses, data analysis, and other written assignments.
• Regular feedback is provided on all assessed coursework.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by an experienced team of faculty members with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.
• Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops, practical exercises, laboratory sessions, and case studies.
• The program is delivered in a blended learning format with live lectures and interactive seminars/workshops offered online via various platforms.
• Students have access to online resources and support for independent learning.
• The typical learning structure involves 10 hours of live in-person on-campus learning and 5 hours of live online learning per week.

Careers:

• Environmental health practitioners can work in a wide range of sectors, including government agencies, public health organizations, local authorities, housing associations, private companies, and research institutions.
• Possible career paths include:
• Public health practitioner
• Environmental health officer
• Environmental consultant
• Food safety inspector
• Occupational health and safety officer
• Health and safety manager
• Researcher
• Educator
• Policy analyst
• The Sheppard Library offers a wide range of resources and support for students.
• The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to make a positive impact on public health and the environment.

UK students1 Full-time students: £10,500 Part-time students: £70 per credit Part-time students: £35 per dissertation credit International students2 Full-time students: £16,800 Part-time students: £112 per credit Part-time students: £56 per dissertation credit