Diploma in Environmental Health
- MQA - A1836
- KPT - R30472-355626-6535
Welcome to the Diploma in Environmental Health program at Universiti Selangor. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental health issues.
- 3 Years / Fulltime
- Intakes: Apr, Aug & Nov
Overview
A diploma program in environmental health equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the complex challenges surrounding environmental factors that affect human health and well-being. This interdisciplinary program typically covers a wide range of subjects, including environmental science, public health principles, epidemiology, risk assessment, and policy development. Through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory work, fieldwork, and practical training, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between environmental pollutants, biological agents, and social determinants of health.
The curriculum often includes courses on air and water quality, food safety, waste management, occupational health, vector control, and environmental regulations. Students learn to identify, assess, and mitigate environmental hazards in various settings, such as workplaces, communities, and recreational areas. Additionally, they develop skills in data analysis, research methods, communication, and advocacy, preparing them for roles in environmental monitoring, health promotion, policy implementation, and community engagement. With a strong emphasis on prevention and sustainability, graduates of diploma programs in environmental health are well-equipped to contribute to efforts aimed at protecting human health and preserving the quality of the environment for future generations.
Career Opportunities
Environmental health careers might be mostly field-based or entail policy work, legislation, and other aspects of environmental sanitation, preservation and regulation. They may examine field data to determine levels of pollution in the air, water, or soil, or they may monitor climatic changes and other environmental variables.
Environmental health practitioners, on the other hand, may communicate data and findings to partner agencies, policymakers, legislators, and the general public. Some of the most well-known public health occupations in environmental health are:
- Assistant Environmental Health Officer
- Assistant Environmental Officer
- Environmental Executive / Scientist /Technologist
- Environmental Health and Safety Executive
- Industrial Hygienist Technician
- Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant
- Waste Water Treatment Technician
- Food Safety Inspector
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.