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Master of Environmental Health Sciences
Master of Environmental Health Sciences

Master of Environmental Health Sciences

  • ID:UoQ610225
  • Level:Master's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

  • An approved degree; or

    A degree (or equivalent) in a different discipline and a minimum of 12 months full-time (or equivalent) work experience in an environmental health-related setting, as approved by the Executive Dean; or

    A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences from this university (or equivalent).

    A degree in one of the following disciplines would normally meet the 'approved degree' requirement:

  • Nursing

  • Paramedicine

  • The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.

  • Environmental technology

  • Medicine

  • Environmental Management

  • Public Health Management

  • Environmental Science

  • Science.

  • Health Sciences

English Requirements

  • IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

  • TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

  • TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

  • Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

  • BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

  • CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

  • OET is not accepted.

Course Information

Examine environmental health risks facing the modern world and develop the ability to manage these complex health challenges in the Master of Environmental Health Sciences.

Population growth, globalisation and climate change are among the most challenging issues of our time. These issues, coupled with emerging or re-emerging environmental health risks and threats to human health, put governments, industry and communities under pressure to adapt and apply sustainable solutions.

This 1.5 year program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to identify and resolve complex environmental health risks. You'll learn to confidently communicate the risks and mitigation options to a range of stakeholders across the private sector, government and general public. You'll also be prepared to formulate or contribute to the development of policy, regulations and guidelines, through the synthesis of scientific evidence. 

During the program, you'll complete advanced-level courses that cover key areas of environmental health risk assessment and communication. You'll also undertake a research project on a relevant topic, interpret results and report on your findings. The program supports flexible delivery options that allow you to choose what suits you best, including full-time, part-time or online study.

You'll graduate with a respected qualification that will open the door to more career opportunities, with highly-sought skills that will prepare you for management positions across a range of relevant industries.

CRICOS CODE: 098321F

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Master of Environmental Health Sciences (MEnvHlthSc) - Course List

Part A (Core)

2 units for-

Course Title

  • Risk Communication

Part B (Core)

6 units for-

Course Title

  • Environmental Health Risk - Biological Hazards

  • Environmental Health Risks - Chemical Hazards

  • Environmental Health Risks - Physical Hazards

Part C (Core)

8 units for-

Course Title

  • System Dynamics

  • Dynamics of Public Policy

  • Introduction to Epidemiology

  • Introduction to Biostatistics

Part D (Capstone Pre-requisite)

At least 2 units from-

Course Title

  • Advanced Research Methodologies

  • Developing a Research Proposal

  • Evaluation of Programs & Projects

  • Public Health Research Methods

Part E (Capstone)

At least 2 units from-

Course Title

  • Independent Research Project

  • Environment Health Dissertation

  • Public Health Practice [1]

Part F (Electives)

Up to 12 units from-

These are some recommended examples of electives that MEnvHltSci students may enrol in, if they have the required pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: as students in the MEnvHltSci may be coming from diverse backgrounds, some examples may require specific backgrounds or prior learning to be completed, however these are noted below. If no pre-requisite is noted, the course is open to all MEnvHltSci students. Other 7000 level courses not listed here can be selected subject to the approval of the Program Convenor and Course Coordinators. Any alternate electives selected must have relevance to Environmental Health. GCEnvHlthSc and GDipEnvHlthSc students may also select any of the courses listed in Part B (Core) or Part C (Core) (above) as a Part F elective course.

Climate

Course Title

  • Climate Science and Policy

  • Climate Change & Environmental Management

Economics

Course Title

  • Foundations in Microeconomics

  • Health Economics

  • The Economics of Climate Change

  • Health Economics and Policy

Environment

Course Title

  • Foundations in Environmental Studies

  • Foundations of Sustainable Development

  • Environmental Hazards

  • Environmental Philosophy

Health

Course Title

  • Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety

  • Introduction to Environmental Health

  • One Health: Diseases at the Human-Animal interface

  • Children's Environmental Health

  • Health Promotion in Public Health

  • Communicable Disease Management & Control

  • Public Health in Pandemics

  • Health Aspects of Disasters

Policy, Leadership and Reporting

Course Title

  • Conservation Planning & Management

  • Decision Making & Reporting for Sustainability

  • Management Communication

  • Leadership: Theory & Practice

  • Principles of Project Management

  • Motivating & Leading in the Workplace

Risk Assessment, Impact and Management

Course Title

  • Environmental Impact Assessment

  • Sustainability Dynamics

  • Risk Assessment and Decision Analysis

  • Sustainable Management of Risk in Industry

Toxicology

Course Title

  • Toxicokinetic, Toxicodynamic and Toxicology

  • Occupational Hygiene 1

  • Occupational Hygiene 2

Society and Environmental Health

Course Title

  • Participatory Development Communication

  • Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

  • Effective Stakeholder Engagement

  • Community Aspects in Resource Development

  • Global Governance: Origins, Challenges and Trajectories

  • Social Perspectives in Public Health

  • History and Theories of Development

  • Social Impact Assessment: applied social research and development

  • Energy and Development

Technology and Data Analysis

Course Title

  • Spatial Analysis & Modelling

  • Geographical Information Systems

  • Fundamentals of Geographic Information & Technologies

Water, Land and Food

Course Title

  • Food Safety & Quality Management

  • Food Microbiology I

End notes

  • [1] Prior to enrolling, students must complete #16 units (8 coursework courses) comprising at least #8 units of core courses from Parts A, B or C.

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Environmental systems specialist

  • Environmental scientist

  • Senior research technician

  • Environment reporting and analysis specialist

  • Environment consultant

  • Sustainability manager

  • Sustainability adviser

  • Community and sustainability manager

  • Regulatory affairs associate

  • Principal environmental officer

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

OSHC 530 ($) AUD per year

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