Public Health

Master of Science (M.S.) in Environmental Health

Are scholarships available?

Yes. Please inquire.

What is Environmental Health?

Environmental Health is the multidisciplinary, scientific endeavor to promote public health through a healthy and sustainable environment. It works at the scientific intersection of environmental factors and human health. Environmental Health deals with such broad-ranging issues as chemicals and microbes in air, water, and soil; physical factors including noise, radiation, thermal stress, and repetitive motion; and emergent issues such as the health impacts of global climate change, and preparation and response to terrorist threats.

What are the career opportunities in Environmental Health?
Environmental Health professionals are employed in a variety of settings in both the public and private sectors. Opportunities range from working at a local health department to the World Health Organization, and from working at a small consulting company to a multinational corporation.

What program of study does Temple offer in Environmental Health?
The Department of Public Health offers a 40 semester-hour Master of Science degree in Environmental Health, with concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety.

What do students study as Environmental Health majors?

Courses completed in the Department of Public Health include:

• Analytical Instrumentation
• Biostatistics
• Environmental Health
• Environmental Noise
• Environmental Toxicology
• Epidemiology
• Ergonomics and Human Factors
• Industrial Hygiene
• Industrial Safety
• Medical Aspects of Occupational Health
• Radiological Health
• Research Project
• Ventilation

What is the application process for Environmental Health?

Students must apply to the Graduate School at Temple University and designate Environmental Health as the intended major. Applicants typically have a baccalaureate degree in the natural sciences, engineering or other areas related to the program curriculum. Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Department of Public Health and the Graduate School. Applications are evaluated on factors including the undergraduate transcript, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Graduate School Applications are available on-line at: www.temple.edu