Program Overview

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Environmental Health MSc

The MSc Environmental Health course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career as an environmental health practitioner. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and provides a direct route into the profession.

Course Overview

The course covers the five main intervention areas: housing, food safety, occupational health and safety, environmental protection, and public health. Students will develop their understanding of environmental stress factors and their effect on human health and safety, together with the legal and technical frameworks for controlling these risks.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have at least a second-class honours degree in a cognate subject, such as pure or applied science, or a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional.

Modules, Teaching, and Learning

The course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help students plan their time and establish a study routine. Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university, and students will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is ｣10,400 for UK students and ｣18,440 for international students. Students may be eligible for a postgraduate loan or other funding opportunities.

Career Prospects

Subject to meeting CIEH requirements, students will be eligible to become a graduate member of the institute and progress towards becoming a registered environmental health practitioner. Career prospects include environmental health practitioner, environmental consultant, and waste/recycling manager.

Facilities

The course is based at the City Campus, which features state-of-the-art facilities, including a clinical skills suite, biomedical and environmental laboratories, and a dedicated food inspection facility.

Student Life

At Leeds Beckett, students can expect a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with access to a range of student services and facilities. The university is located in the heart of Leeds, a vibrant and diverse city with a wide range of cultural, social, and recreational activities.

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School of Health

The School of Health at Leeds Beckett University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in health-related subjects, including environmental health, public health, and health and safety. The school has a strong reputation for providing high-quality education and training, and its courses are designed to meet the needs of employers and the health sector.

Research Areas

The school has a number of research areas, including:

• Environmental health
• Public health
• Health and safety
• Biomedical science
• Food safety and nutrition

Facilities

The school has a range of facilities, including:

• Clinical skills suite
• Biomedical and environmental laboratories
• Food inspection facility
• Library and learning resources

Why Leeds for Health?

Leeds is a leading centre for healthcare and innovation, with a wide range of health-related organisations and employers. The city has a strong reputation for providing high-quality education and training in health-related subjects, and Leeds Beckett University is at the heart of this.

Student Support

The university provides a range of student support services, including academic support, careers advice, and wellbeing services. Students can expect a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with access to a range of facilities and resources.

Careers Team

The careers team at Leeds Beckett University provides support and guidance to students and graduates, helping them to achieve their career goals. The team offers a range of services, including careers advice, job searching, and employability skills development.

Alumni

Leeds Beckett University has a strong alumni network, with many graduates going on to work in health-related roles. The university provides a range of alumni services, including careers support, networking opportunities, and lifelong learning.

Blog

The School of Health blog provides news, updates, and features on health-related topics, including environmental health, public health, and health and safety. The blog is written by academics, researchers, and practitioners, and provides insights and commentary on the latest developments in the field.

Find Your Country

The university welcomes students from around the world, and provides a range of support services to help international students settle into university life. Students can find information on entry requirements, fees, and scholarships for their country by visiting the university's website.

Africa

• Algeria
• Botswana
• Cameroon
• Ghana
• Kenya
• Libya
• Mauritius
• Morocco
• Nigeria
• South Africa
• Tanzania
• Tunisia
• Uganda
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

Asia

• Brunei
• Cambodia
• China
• Hong Kong SAR
• India
• Indonesia
• Japan
• Macau
• Malaysia
• Myanmar
• Nepal
• Philippines
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Sri Lanka
• Taiwan ROC
• Thailand
• Vietnam

Europe

• Cyprus
• Denmark
• Estonia
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Italy
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Netherlands
• Norway
• Poland
• Romania
• Spain
• Europe (other)

Middle East

• Bahrain
• Egypt
• Iran
• Iraq
• Jordan
• Kuwait
• Lebanon
• Oman
• Qatar
• Saudi Arabia
• Turkey
• UAE

North America

• Canada
• USA

Rest of the World

Students from other countries can find information on entry requirements, fees, and scholarships by visiting the university's website.