MSc Environmental Health with Professional Practise

Abertay University

This programme is designed to help advance your existing career in the Environmental Health industry. It equips you with in-depth knowledge and technical expertise across all areas of environmental health practise. From food safety and microbiology to pollution control, and public health, you'll master the scientific principles and regulatory frameworks that underpin modern environmental health protection.

Accredited by the Royal Environmental Health Institute Scotland (REHIS) and delivered by our Food, Life Science and Engineering academic staff, the programme features strong industry links providing practical experience, industry-led assessments, and real-world case studies. You'll engage with authentic challenges and develop the analytical skills essential for informed decision-making in complex environmental health scenarios.

Blended Learning

The programme requires 3-4 hours per week of concurrent remote learning, complemented by a one-week in-person campus block each semester.

Why Choose This Programme?

• Industry Connections: Delivered jointly by Food Science, Civil Engineering and Life Science groups with extensive industry partnerships.
• Practical Focus: Integrate your learning with projects in your workplace.
• Research Excellence: Access to cutting-edge facilities and research-active academic staff.
• Professional Recognition: Alignment with professional body requirements and accreditation pathways.
• Flexible Learning: Multiple intake dates and study patterns to suit individual circumstances, with online delivery complemented by intensive practical sessions.
• Inclusive Environment: Commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in all aspects of teaching, learning, and assessment.

Academic Excellence:

The MSc Environmental Health with Professional Practise is a Level 11 qualification within the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), aligned with Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) standards for postgraduate study. The programme embeds industry engagement, research-led learning, and analytical skills development whilst aligning with professional expectations, including those of REHIS.