Environmental Health, Minor (0208)
- Western Sydney University Minor Code: 0208
Previous Code: SM3113.1
Available to students in other Western Sydney University Programs: Yes, however the following restrictions apply.
The Environmental Health minor offers focused knowledge and skills associated with understanding environmental factors that influence and contribute to health. Students will focus on and further develop in areas associated with food safety, toxicology, water and air quality, disease prevention and disaster and emergency management. The minor is suitable as a complementary area of study for students in a broad range of courses across the university, and is recommended for health science students in public health, health promotion and health services management. Students should note that travel to other campuses may be required.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Hawkesbury Campus | Internal | Dr Narsimha Reddy |
Minor Structure
Students must complete four subjects as follows
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Select four of the following: | 40 | |
| Food Safety | ||
| Toxicology | ||
| Disease Prevention and Control | ||
| Management of Aquatic Environments | ||
| Air Pollution & Control | ||
| Disaster and Emergency Management | ||
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |