There is a general understanding that many medical conditions are caused by factors present in the natural or artificial environment. Environmental health programs intend to prepare students to investigate these correlations and provide insights based on these systematic investigations.

Trinidad and Tobago is a nation consisting primarily of two Caribbean islands just off the northeastern coast of Venezuela. Trinidad and Tobago is considered one of the most educated countries in the World with a literacy rate exceeding 98%. Trinidad & Tobago's government also currently subsidize some Masters programmes.