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

This 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.

Modules

• Year One
  • ENH701 Food Safety, Security and Nutrition
  • ENH705 Law and Sustainability in a Global Context
  • ENH706 Emergency Planning, Response and Resilience
  • ENH708 Sustainable Development - Strategy for a Secure Future
• Year Two
  • ENH702 Occupational Health and Safety in an International Context
  • ENH704 Sustainable Housing and Communities
  • ENH707 Effective Communication for Health and Sustainability
  • ENH709 Environmental Protection and Sustainable Technologies
  • ENH821 Research Methods and Project

Standard entry conditions

• 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

• 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

• There is significant demand for environmental health practitioners in many countries working in a variety of fields directly and indirectly related to environmental health.
• As an existing environmental health practitioner the MSc will provide you with the skills and knowledge to progress your career, gain promotion and take on a leadership role.
• As a graduate from another discipline the skills and knowledge gained on the MSc, combined with your existing knowledge, will prepare you for a career as an environmental health practitioner providing access to the many career opportunities in this field.

Fees and funding

• 10% Alumni Discount
• Tuition Fee Loans Available
• 2026/27 Fees: Postgraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2026/27 fees will be announced in due course.

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