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BSc (Hons) Environmental Health
at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 16,000
Country Rank#105
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 72

Program Overview

Cardiff Metropolitan University's BSc (Hons) Environmental Health equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become environmental health practitioners. Environmental health professionals play a crucial role in protecting public health and ensuring the safety of our living and working environments. During the course, students learn about various aspects of environmental health, such as food safety, housing standards, pollution control, and occupational health and safety. They study the science behind ecological hazards and how to assess and manage risks to public health.

Aspect	Details
Course Name(s)	BSc (Hons) Environmental Health
Course Length	3 Years
Entry Requirements	Tariff points: 104-112 GCSE: 5 subjects at C/4 or above, incl. English and Maths A-levels: 3 subjects, one at B grade, no specific subjects Welsh Baccalaureate: Considered as third A-level IELTS Academic: Standard undergraduate requirement is 6.0. PTE Academic: Overall score of 59 & for higher-level courses, overall score of 62 TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 72. For higher-level courses, the overall score of 83
Fees	Between £16,000/Yr to £17,600/Yr
Intakes	University generally has two intakes, i.e. May & September

Course Content
- The first year covers foundational topics such as environmental science, food safety, housing and public health.
- In the second year, students delve into areas like environmental protection, occupational health and safety, and law relating to environmental health.
- The third year allows for specialisation through optional pollution control, environmental management, and public health practice modules.
- Throughout the course, there is a strong emphasis on practical experience through field visits, case studies, and work placements.
- Students also develop essential skills like risk assessment, enforcement, and communication.
Course Modules
- Food Safety Management
- Determinants of Health
- Workplace Environment
- Environmental Health Sciences
- Living Environment
Important Dates

Cardiff Metropolitan University will start accepting applications before the intake period begins. Potential students need to have all required documents ready beforehand. Monitoring the university's website for updates on future application openings is recommended. Additionally, students can use UniScholars to kick off their application process.
Entry Requirement
Successful completion of All India or State Board HSC with minimum of 50% overall average. For Health science subjects, students must achieve a minimum of 55% in Maths/Science.
Students with good grades in their Polytechnic / College of Technology Diploma (3- to 4-years in duration) OR Students with good grades in their Indian Certificate of Education - awarded on completion of Standard X AND who have completed a recognised Foundation Course OR Students with 60% or above in their Higher Secondary School Certificates - Indian School Certificate (ISC) / Intermediate Certificate / Higher School Certificate / Higher Secondary Certificate / All India Senior School Certificate / Pre-University Course - awarded on completion of Standard XII.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£16000 per year

Career Prospect

Graduates of this programme have a wide range of career opportunities in the environmental health field. They can pursue roles such as environmental health officers or practitioners, working for local authorities, government agencies, or private consultancies. These roles involve inspecting and enforcing regulations related to food safety, housing standards, pollution control, and public health.

Top Employers	Local Government (Environmental Health Services)
	Environmental Consultancies (Private Sector Environmental Health)
	Public Health Agencies (National & Regional)
	Food & Beverage Industry (Food Safety & Hygiene)
Job Prospects	Environmental Health Officer (EHO), Pollution Control Officer, Food Safety Inspector
	Environmental Consultant, Health and Safety Advisor (Environmental Focus), Waste Management Specialist
	Public Health Officer (Environmental Health Focus), Air Quality Specialist, Environmental Health Policy Analyst
	Food Safety Officer, Food Hygiene Auditor, Quality Assurance Specialist (Food Production)
Designations	Trainee Environmental Health Officer, Assistant Pollution Control Officer
	Graduate Environmental Consultant, Junior Health and Safety Advisor
	Environmental Health Assistant, Junior Air Quality Specialist
	Assistant Food Safety Officer, Junior Food Hygiene Auditor
Average Salary (GBP)	£23,000 - £88,000+

Cost Of Studying At Cardiff Metropolitan University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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BSc (Hons) Environmental Health at Cardiff Metropolitan University