The MSc Environment and Human Health at the University of Exeter provides a critical lens through which you will investigate the complex interactions between our changing planet and public wellbeing. This postgraduate degree is designed for those seeking to understand and address how environmental factors, including climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, profoundly impact human health. You will develop a robust understanding of ecological public health principles and gain skills in critically analysing both qualitative and quantitative evidence, preparing you for impactful work in this vital field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is structured over one year, guiding you through core modules such as Contemporary Environment and Human Health, Postgraduate Skills and Evidence, and Project Design, culminating in a substantial 60-credit dissertation. You will have the opportunity to select from a range of specialist optional modules, including Nature, Health and Wellbeing and Environmental Science and Population Health, tailoring your studies to your specific interests. You will graduate with the advanced analytical and research skills necessary to pursue careers in environmental health, public health policy, conservation, and related research sectors.