Bachelor of Natural Science (Environment and Health)

The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the places we live, work and play all have major impacts on our health and wellbeing. Health scares such as swine/bird flu, obesity, cancers and asthma have all been connected to our environmental conditions. 

The Environment and Health program concentrates on the mitigation of human health impacts of global climate change through to the more localised issues of air and water quality, waste management, food security, environmental noise and healthy communities.

Practical Experience

In your final year of study, students undertake a real world project for a professional client in a selected area of environmental health. The project provides students with first-hand professional experience in project management and problem solving. You will also complete 10 weeks (or equivalent) of general placement.

A Career in Environment and Health

Many environmental health professionals are employed as Environmental Health Officers in areas such as: 

»» all levels of government including health departments and the defence forces 
»» private companies
»» consultancies
»» non-government organisations (such as the International Red Cross). Other environmental health career options include:
»» environmental health policy, strategy and law development positions
»» food safety staff for a food manufacturer, supermarket chain, airline or other private company
»» public health practitioners
»» environmental risk consultants
»» environmental health consultants
»» management
»» research

The current shortage of environmental health practitioners provides opportunities for early employment. Graduates from this program are in high demand both in Australia and overseas.

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the Apply Now pages.