Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor of Environmental Health

Programme Overview:

Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs) apply their skills to identify, assess and manage various risks to human health. They are able to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of control measures in order to make necessary improvements. In addition they will be able to apply research skills and interpret and apply legislation, regulations and policies related to environmental health and to advise/ educate role players on specific issues within their scope of practice.

Faculty:

Faculty of Health Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Environmental Health

Department:

Department of Environmental Health

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

390

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 50%, • Life Sciences – 50%, • Physical Sciences – 50%, • Admission is subject to departmental selection.

Career opportunities:

The Environmental Health Practitioner will function as a member of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. Graduates can be employed not only in the public sector as EHPs (in the national, provincial and local government departments), but also in the private sector as SHEQ and HACCP specialists (e.g. in the motor manufacturing, food and beverage, and engineering and construction industries).

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