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Course Overview

The BSc in Environmental Health and Safety is a multidisciplinary programme that examines the relationship between workplace factors and human health, safety and well-being. Students study subjects including the basic sciences, health sciences, engineering, law and regulatory affairs among others. The programme is designed to meet the needs of industry and provides students with a high quality qualification in the multidisciplinary area of Environmental Health and Safety. It enables students to work across all sectors as occupational and environmental health & safety professionals. There is continuous demand for such graduates across all sectors.

This programme offers the opportunity to experience life as a health and safety professional as all students complete a five month work placement in industry during third year. This placement allows students to further develop their knowledge and apply their technical skills within the workplace.

Applications and Selections

Who Teaches this Course

Requirements and Assessment

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science) and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes


Additional Requirements

Duration

4 years

Next start date

September 2020

A Level Grades (2019)

nuigalway.ie/alevels

Average intake

28

Closing Date
NFQ level

Mode of study

ECTS weighting

Award

CAO

GY313

Course code

Course Outline

BSc Environmental Health and Safety Curriculum 2019/2020

Code

Description

Duration

ECTS

1st Year – 1EHS1

IE130

Communications and Computing

S1

5

ME1110

Introduction to environment, safety & risk

S2

5

LW3114

Introduction to law

Full year

5

BO101

Biology

Full year

15

CP102

Chemistry/Physics

Full year

15

MA161

Mathematical Studies

Full year

15

2nd Year – EHS1

ME2104

Environmental Health & Safety Practice

Full year

10

ME5105

Fundamentals of Operations Engineering

S2

5

ME2102

Safety systems design

S2

5

PH328

Physics of Environment

S1

5

PH329

Physics of Environment II

S2

5

MI204

Microbes & the Environment

S2

5

SI210

Health & Safety Physiology

S1

5

AN225

Human Gross Anatomy

S1

5

LW214

Health & Safety Law

S1

5

ST2001

Statistics for Data Science 1

S1

5

CH205

Analytical & Environmental Chemistry

S2

5

3rd Year – 3HF2

HP1200

Occupational Health & Wellbeing

Full year

10

HP304

Research Methods

S1

5

PH3103

Exposure Science

Full year

10

LW3117

Environmental, Health and Safety Law

S1

5

ME4104

Ergonomic Design of the Workplace

Full year

10

IE446

Project Management

S1

5

ME5102

Quality Systems

S1

5

IE448

Safety & Construction

S1

5

ME3104

Regulatory Affairs

S2

5

4th Year – 4HF2

IE453

FYP

Full Year

15

HP1300

PEP

S1

20

HP440

Health & Work Environment

S2

10

ME572

Human Reliability

S2

5

IE323

Information Systems Ergonomics

S2

5

ME4108

Case Studies 2

S2

5



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Further Education

Graduates of the programme may choose to pursue Masters, Higher Diploma and/or PhD programmes in a wide range of disciplines including Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Health, Ergonomics, Management, Safety & Risk Management, Fire Safety, etc. 

Why Choose This Course?

Career Opportunities

There is continuous demand for occupational health and safety graduates as all organisations have legal duties and regulatory requirements with which they must comply. The course provides students with skills necessary to undertake occupational, environmental and quality roles in industry.

The programme has an excellent employment record. Graduates of the programme are mainly employed as Environmental Health and Safety Professionals, with some choosing careers in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management.  The main employment sectors include manufacturing, consultancy, construction and energy, medical devices and pharmaceutical industries, as well as regulatory and public bodies.

International Accreditation

This programme is accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), and graduates have the opportunity to work nationally and internationally.

Who’s Suited to This Course

Learning Outcomes

 

Work Placement

In the third year of the programme, students participate in a five month paid work placement (PEP) in industry, which is organised through the University Placement Office. During this time, students work under the supervision of a health and safety professional and gain valuable practical experience.

Study Abroad

Related Student Organisations

Course Fees

Fees: EU

€7,492 p.a. 2019/20

Fees: Tuition

€4,268 p.a. 2019/20

Fees: Student Contribution

€3,000 p.a. 2019/20

Fees: Student levy

€224 p.a. 2019/20

Fees: Non EU

€19,750 p.a. 2020/21

EU Fees 2019/20:
- Tuition: may be paid by the Irish Government on your behalf if you qualify for free tuition fees see - free fee initiative.
- Student Contribution: €3,000 - payable by all students but may by paid by SUSI if you apply and are deemed eligible for a means tested SUSI grant.
- Student Levy:  €224 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.

Find out More

Dr. Marie Coggins
T: 353 (0) 91 495056 
E: marie.coggins@nuigalway.ie

What Our Students Say

Lisa

Lisa Fitzpatrick |   Industrial Hygiene / Safety Engineer at Intel Corporation

I chose to study Environmental Health and Safety in NUI Galway, as I wanted a career that combined science with people. There is a broad range of science modules studied throughout the course with modules from other disciples including law and engineering. I am now working in Intel as an Industrial Hygiene / Safety Engineer. The role is really challenging and fast-paced. I am passionate about EHS and this course will appeal to you if you have a genuine interest in the safety, health and well-being of others.
Isabel

Isabel Delaney |   Health and Environmental (SHE) Advisor at Costain Group PLC

I am in my current graduate position because of the wide range of subjects studied on the BSc Health & Safety Systems, the invaluable placement experience, organised student recruitment events and the continued support, advice and guidance from lecturers. I love my job and the career pathway I chose at NUIG. This course prepares you for employment while also offering a diverse range of career opportunities, within many different industries all over the world. I valued every aspect to this course as it allowed me to obtain practical and theoretical knowledge which could be applied during work experience, and this is highly regarded by employers today.
Sandra

Sandra McDonnell |   Operational Excellence Lead at the Channelle Group

After completing the BSc Health & Safety Systems in 2008, I was successful in my application for the Abbott Professional Development Program (PDP). This is an award winning, highly selective program. I believe that the broad base of modules and five month work placement gained from my degree gave me a competitive advantage in being accepted to the PDP and my subsequent career. I started in Abbott Diagnostics in the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Dept. Recently, I have moved to a pharmaceutical company called Channelle. This is an exciting and challenging role where I am responsible for implementing a lean strategy and developing the Continuous Improvement Culture across the site.

Downloads

  • Environmental Health and Safety Brochure

    Environmental Health and Safety Brochure JPEG (139)

  • Undergraduate Prospectus 2020

    Undergraduate Prospectus 2020 PDF (18.4 MB)

  • Quick Guide to Courses 2020

    Quick Guide to Courses 2020 PDF (2.4 MB)

  • A Level Quick Guide 2020

    A Level Quick Guide 2020 PDF (2 MB)

  • CAO Brochure

    CAO Brochure PDF (1.3 MB)

  • Postgraduate Prospectus 2020

    Postgraduate Prospectus 2020 PDF (20.6 MB)

  • QQI / FETAC Pathways Guide

    QQI / FETAC Pathways Guide PDF (45MB)