Bachelor of Environmental Health and Safety (Hons) - Online Degree

The Bachelor of Environmental Health and Safety (Hons) ODL is a four-year undergraduate degree program designed to prepare students for careers in environmental health and safety. Offered by MAHSA University, this program utilizes an innovative teaching and learning approach through online and distance learning (ODL) delivery modes.

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) involves the study of public health sciences and practices that address all aspects of both the natural and built environments affecting human health and related community issues, while also promoting sustainable living conditions. Students will explore topics such as disease prevention and control, food safety and hygiene, drinking water quality and supply, solid waste management, pest and vector management, environmental health legislation, international health and management, wastewater treatment and management, occupational health and safety, risk management and assessment, emergency response management, industrial hygiene, and environmental health activities conducted by local authorities. The field of environmental health encompasses a wide range of activities and is poised for future advancements and technological innovations.

There is a growing demand for expertise in the EHS field, both locally and globally. EHS graduates are highly sought after in various industrial and manufacturing sectors, including government-linked agencies. At MAHSA, we have taken proactive steps to align with the global and national vision for the current and future industrial revolution by developing competent graduates equipped with well-rounded qualities, necessary skills, and the talent to lead in the evolving environmental health and safety landscape.

The ODL teaching methods include lecture and tutorial sessions conducted on an e-learning platform. Self-instructional materials are uploaded to the online forum in advance of lectures or tutorials. Integrative teaching approaches, including discussions and seminars, are facilitated on this platform, with lecturers using case scenarios to enhance learning. Practical sessions will be conducted through face-to-face teaching, allowing for the demonstration of hands-on skills.

Entry Requirements

STPM

• Pass STPM/Matriculation/Pre-University or equivalent qualification with minimum GPA 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology/Physics or Mathematics/Chemistry

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Entry Requirements

STPM

Pass Matriculation/Pre-University/STPM or equivalent qualification with minimum CGPA 2.33 in TWO of the following subjects:

Biology

Physics/Mathematics

Chemistry

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Environmental Health Officer(EHO) in Ministry of Health/Ministry of Housing, Local Government/Local Authorities/Tourism Sectors/Quarantine Services

EHO in Airports, Sea Port Authorities, border crossings, entry points and transportation hubs

EHO in hypermarkets, malls and shopping centres

EHO is Solid Waste Management/Waste Water Management Company, and recycling industries

EHO and Safety Officers in industrial sectors, manufacturing, and oil and gas industries

Hygiene Manager in Food Manufacturing Industry and Hospitality Industry

Consultant in the field of Environmental Health and Safety, hygiene training, food safety

Sanitation and Infection Control Managers in private hospitals, plantation sectors, refugee camps, emergency response

Investigating Officers in Social Security Organization, and Employees Provident Funds

Lecturer in Higher Education Institutions

Pest and Vector Control Management