Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Environmental Health Science
Award abbreviation: BEnvHlthSc
QTAC code: 013091
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-16 / Rank-67
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC318
CRICOS code: 073278K. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Understand how the physical environment links with human health
- Work placements provide hands-on experience
- Pursue a career in a variety of settings as an environmental health professional
Obtain scientific training to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the environment at a local, national and international level.
This interdisciplinary program prepares you for careers in both the environmental management and public health sectors. It focuses on developing an understanding of the physical environment and its links with human health through courses in basic and applied sciences. You gain an understanding of public health and sustainable development principles, human/environment interactions, environment and public health planning, and approaches used to identify, assess and manage risks from environmental hazards.
Career opportunities
Environmental health specialisations in government, corporate sector, academia or research, such as project positions in Aboriginal health, environmental outcomes or risk management.
Professional recognition
Depending on courses selected: graduates may become members of Environmental Health Australia; Public Health Association of Australia; Australian Health Promotion Association; the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses, including the core courses.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses.
- Complete compulsory work-integrated learning of 240 hours. This is undertaken in PUB332 Participation and Conflict Resolution.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Year 1
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Medical Microbiology |
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Food Safety: Laws, Regulations and Quality Assurance | |||
| SCI105 Communication and Thought | |||
| SCI110 Cell Biology | |||
| LFS112 Chemistry | |||
| PUB102 Science Research Methods | |||
| PUB112 Human Physiology | |||
| SCI102 Environment and Health |
Please note: COR109 should be studied in Semester 1.
Please note: SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1.
^ Students who have not successfully completed the prerequisite courses of LFS100 or LFS103 (or equivalent) must seek permission from the Course Coordinator to enrol in this course. Students who have not met the prerequisite requirements, or who need to refresh their knowledge of biology and chemistry are advised to enrol in ENB126 , which is conducted prior to the commencement of Semester 2.
Year 2
Core courses: (1)
Complete 1 COR coded course
Select 1 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR110 Public Health Foundations | |||
| COR111 Biodiversity and Ecology |
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENP211 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| LFS261 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| PUB252 Planning and Environmental Law | |||
| LFS262 Microbiology | |||
| PUB205 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning | |||
| PUB262 Medical Microbiology |
Elective courses: (1)
Select 1 elective course from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
Please note: COR course should be studied in Semester 1.
Please note: The elective course should be studied in Semester 2.
Year 3
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS351 Food Safety: Laws, Regulations and Quality Assurance | |||
| LGL301 Environmental Health Risk Management | |||
| PUB361 Integrated Environmental Management | |||
| ENP365 Professional Practice: Legal Frameworks and Issues | |||
| PUB332 Epidemiology and Biostatistics |
Elective courses: (2)
Select two advanced (200 or 300 coded) elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
Please note: One elective course should be studied in Semester 1; and one elective course should be studied in Semester 2.
TOTAL UNITS 288
Enquiries
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Email: sheinfo@usc.edu.au