Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Environmental Health Science

University of Bedfordshire - Luton Campus

UK,England

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36 Months

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CAD 13,500/year

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 2006

Total Students: 20,000 +

Int. Students: 2,000 +

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Main Campus Address

Vicarage St, Luton LU1 3JU, United Kingdom

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Environmental Health Science

Program Overview

It’s never been more important to understand the impact of human action on the environment as well as the effect environmental change may have on human health. This integrated course works at the cutting edge of environmental and health science, exploring the issues, challenges and new technologies that will decide our own and our planet’s future.

This degree gives you a sound base in biology and biochemistry where you explore the functioning of living organisms; the diversity of life on the planet; and the interactions between the environment and humans. You also develop your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease, and how this is related to the environments in which we live. Focusing on the environment, you investigate the impact humans have on ecosystems; the consequences of environmental change, locally and globally; and the sustainable management of food production, the food chain and the importance of food security to human health.

Laboratory work is an essential part of the course and you build your skills in this area as well as your expertise in the practical and analysis techniques relevant to working in environmental and health sciences.

Why choose this course?

  • Develop your understanding of environmental protection and the role of individuals, organisations and governments in preserving the environment
  • Be able to discuss the ethical issues and challenges around environmental protection
  • Study with an academic team with established research expertise in areas across biomedicine, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, genomics and bioinformatics
  • Benefit from our academic collaborations with the University’s Schools and Research Institutes as well as with external institutions and organisations
  • Gain work experience through the Life Sciences Liaison Board, which has strong links to a network of industry and practice organisations
  • When you graduate, there are a number of career paths open to you including government agencies; industry; science laboratories; higher education institutions; and environmental agencies
  • Take the course over four years and include a fee-free year in industry, gaining work experience, building your CV and making contacts for the future
  • If you need a step up into higher education, start with a Foundation Year which guarantees you a place on the degree course