Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health | CUT

APS Required

points

Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Environmental Health equips students with the knowledge and skills to assess, monitor, and manage environmental factors that affect human health and wellbeing. The programme covers areas such as food safety, water quality, waste management, air pollution, occupational health, and communicable disease control. Graduates are trained to work within the South African legislative framework, including the National Health Act and related environmental health regulations.

Career Prospects

  • Environmental Health Practitioner employed by a local municipality to inspect food premises, enforce health bylaws, and investigate disease outbreaks in communities across South Africa.
  • Occupational Health and Safety Officer working in industries such as mining, manufacturing, or construction to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and protect worker health.
  • Water Quality Inspector working for a water board or municipality to monitor and ensure the safety of drinking water and wastewater treatment in line with South African National Standards.
  • Food Safety Auditor employed by a retail chain, food manufacturer, or certification body to assess compliance with food safety regulations and standards such as HACCP in the South African food industry.
  • Health and Hygiene Consultant working for a private consultancy or non-governmental organisation to advise communities, businesses, and government bodies on environmental health risks and public health improvement strategies.

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