Program Overview

Global Strategy in Environmental Health and Sustainability - MSc

Overview

This unique programme focuses on the global role of Environmental Health in protecting communities and delivering a healthy sustainable future.

Summary

The MSc Global Strategy in Environmental Health and Sustainability is a perfect choice if you are passionate about the future health and well-being of our planet and its inhabitants.

About this course

About

This new programme is primarily focused on the global dimension of environmental health and the role it can play, along with other disciplines, in the delivery of the UN sustainable development goals.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend all classes associated with the programme and be punctual and regular in attendance.

Start dates

• September 2025

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

This degree addresses a key niche in the global market and aims to produce graduates who can deliver impact on both the local and world stages.

Modules

Year one

• Food Safety, Security and Nutrition
• Occupational Health and Safety in an International Context
• Sustainable Housing and Communities
• Law and Sustainability in a Global Context
• Emergency Planning, Response and Resilience
• Effective Communication for Health and Sustainability
• Sustainable Development - Strategy for a Secure Future
• Environmental Protection and Sustainable Technologies
• Research Methods and Project

Standard entry conditions

Entry Requirements

• A second class honours degree or better from a university of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body, or from an institution of another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard;
• An equivalent standard (normally 50%) in a Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or an approved alternative qualification.

English Language Requirements

• The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5.
• Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

Careers & opportunities

Career options

There is significant demand for environmental health practitioners in many countries working in a variety of fields directly and indirectly related to environmental health.

Work placement / study abroad

There are no Work Placement/Study Abroad opportunities associated with this course currently.

Fees and funding

Tuition Fee Loans Available

Students domiciled in Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and UK students can apply to Student Finance NI for a Tuition Fee loan of up to £6,500 (subject to eligibility).

Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and EU Settlement Status Fees

£7,240.00

International Fees

£17,810.00

Additional mandatory costs

It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.

Sustainability at Ulster

Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance.

At Ulster every person, course, research project, and professional service area on every campus either does or can contribute in some way towards the global sustainability and climate change agenda.

We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships : Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.