As a student on the MSc Environment & Human Health (Pandemics) at the University of Exeter, you will delve into the critical interconnections between environmental factors and human health, with a specific focus on understanding and managing pandemics. This postgraduate programme is designed for those eager to address complex global health challenges, equipping you with specialist knowledge in areas such as health protection, outbreak management, and the epidemiology of infectious diseases. You will explore how environmental changes, public health interventions, and societal factors dynamically influence population health needs, preparing you for impactful roles in a vital and evolving field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, providing an intensive and immersive learning experience. You will engage with compulsory modules covering contemporary environment and health issues, evidence synthesis, and research design, alongside an extensive dissertation project that allows you to conduct in-depth research into the environmental aspects of pandemics. Throughout your studies, you will develop essential skills in data collection, analysis, and timely action, preparing you to graduate with the expertise needed for careers in environmental health departments, global health organisations, and infection prevention and control teams.