Central University of Technology CUT Environmental Health
The Bachelor of Environmental Health (B_ENVH) at the Bloemfontein Campus is a comprehensive program designed to equip students for a variety of career opportunities in the field of environmental health. This four-year full-time program is structured to provide in-depth knowledge and skills essential for working in various sectors concerned with environmental health.
Program Details:
Duration: 4 years, full-time.
Enrolment Option(s): Semester 1.
SAQA Credits: 480.
NQF Level: 8.
Campus: Bloemfontein.
Additional Admission Requirements:
For pre-2008 Matriculants: Minimum of 60% (Standard Grade) or 50% (Higher Grade) in Biology/Physiology, Physical Science, and Mathematics.
For post-2007 NSC Candidates: At least 50% in Life Sciences, Physical Science, and Mathematics.
Career Opportunities: Graduates can find employment in:
- Municipalities.
- Government departments (Health, Labour, Water Affairs and Forestry, Environmental Affairs and Tourism).
- Industries such as mining, Eskom, Transnet, water boards, food manufacturers and retailers, abattoirs, and hotel groups.
- Veterinary health officers in the Department of Agriculture.
- Private services to abattoirs.
Course Structure:
1st Year: Basic courses in digital literacy, anatomy and physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, communication, mathematics, microbiology, physics, sociology, anthropology, sustainable development, and academic literacy.
2nd Year: Subjects include biostatistics, research introduction, community development, environmental health management and administration, epidemiology, food and meat hygiene, environmental health education, occupational health and safety, vector control, waste management, and water quality management.
3rd Year: Advanced study in air quality management, environmental and legal processes, environmental health management and administration, environmental health pollution, epidemiology, food and meat processing, and occupational health and safety.
4th Year: Focuses on disaster management, environmental health information management, environmental law and legal processes, environmental management, ethics and professional practice, environmental toxicology, food management system, occupational health and safety, and a research project.
Contact Information: For more information, interested individuals can contact the Department of Life Sciences.
This program provides a well-rounded education in environmental health, preparing students for diverse roles in public and private sectors, ensuring they are well-equipped to address various environmental health challenges.
