BSc (Hons) Environmental Health Bachelor's degree at Middlesex University

The module familiarises you with fundamental scientific principles that underlie the assessment of chemicals and physical agents, by providing the mathematical concepts to underpin environmental health. The module equips you with skills in scientific information gathering, data analysis, and presentation. We will cover topics in chemistry, physics, and applied maths which will serve as a foundation for advanced studies in specialised environmental health modules.

This module develops an understanding of the concepts of health and ill-health and factors which influence and contribute to an individual's "state of health". You will examine how physical, chemical, biological, social and psycho-stressors impact on human health and the environment. Through examination of aetiology, epidemiology, microbiology and demography knowledge and understanding of illness and well-being will be developed. You will explore the relationship between food, lifestyle, health

This module develops appropriate administrative, communication and practical skills required for successful academic and professional progress. It develops an appreciation of governance and the legal systems, including legal doctrines, using communicable diseases control as a backdrop. It provides you with a clear understanding of the role of public health and increases awareness of the multiple strategies to improve the health of the population in a variety of settings (community and national).

This module provides you with knowledge of vectors of disease and their health impact; together with human anatomy and its hierarchical organisation from cell to organ system. An understanding of how the main body systems and mechanisms involved maintaining a "state of health" will be developed along with an introduction to how these systems can malfunction. Grounding in practical anatomy and health impact of vectors will be provided which includes "hands on" and laboratory exercises to support

This module provides theoretical and applied professional knowledge, competence and opportunities for skill development in the field of food safety. Key issues from legal, professional, technical, and managerial perspectives will be identified and evaluated with an informed and critical approach to current practice. The module will develop an understanding of the importance of communication and collaboration in the field of food safety. Laboratory sessions, site visits, mock settings, case studi

This module covers housing development including individual design, neighbourhood development and explores the impact of housing on health and wellbeing and ow this has public implications at an individual, regional and national basis. The housing and health needs of a range of social and geographical communities will be considered with a view to developing effective, integrated, evidence-based strategies and interventions. It also explores the relevant legislative and non-legislative remedies a

This module makes you aware of the role of global sustainability and environmental and health impacts of pollution. It will provide information on the harmful chemicals present in the environment and the environmental changes resulting from human activities (with reference to natural processes). The module gives you an understanding of the scientific, legislative, technological and economic aspects relating to the sources, effects, assessment and control of pollution.

This module provides you with the skills to plan, implement, analyse and report project-based work, in preparation for the final year project module. The module also develops core research skills for scientific research design. Specific research skills include analytical techniques and provides you with an insight into the translation of science into real-world solutions and the factors affecting innovation, and knowledge production and transfer.

This module provides you with a deep understanding of physiological and psychological risks arising from workplace settings and the methods employed to mitigate these risks. The module will also explore leadership, followership and coaching approaches to develop positive safety cultures and climates including the role of influence at various layers of the organisation. The module will develop skills in planning, auditing, reviewing in a variety of roles.

This module develops academic curiosity; an inquiry-based approach, and the application of research skills facilitating the development of a higher level of theorising. You will choose a topic of interest that you wish to study and will manage your own learning with the support of an academic supervisor.

This practical based module develops a detailed knowledge of the composition and properties of foodstuffs and the relationship with safety, fitness, and quality within an overarching public health framework. It will develop a deeper understanding of the role of communication approaches applicable to dealing with foodstuffs to support your roles as future practitioners. Visits, videos, guest lectures, practical demonstrations and student experiences will supplement your learning and help to embed

This module seeks to prepare you for your future practice in environmental or public health. Using a case study approach the module will seek to summate your learning and integrate this with professional experiences. The module seeks to provide employability skills such as CV writing, writing personal statements against job specifications in job applications and preparations for job interviews. If you are on the Environmental Health BSc course, the module will cover the five Environmental Health

This module provides you with a deep understanding of the design and implementation of public and environmental health interventions, and the role of communication in improving health outcomes with a clear focus on empathy and inclusion. This will include examination of cultural competence, empathy and awareness of ethical considerations applicable to a range of public health issues so as to effect inclusive interventions.