Bachelor of Science in Public Health - Environmental Health Management
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
AED 72,848 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* VAT inclusive
Key Summary
About: Enrollment is limited. The BSc in Public Health with concentration in Environmental Health Management at Canadian University Dubai covers environmental health, pollution control, and public health. You’ll analyze, evaluate, and control environmental hazards, run community projects, and shape policies to reduce exposures in air, soil, water, and food. The program equips you for workforce entry.
Career Outcomes: As a graduate, career opportunities include government ministries, UN agencies, environmental consulting, NGOs, research and education, and industries like occupational health, construction, food safety, water, oil, sustainable building, and waste management. You’ll work on enforcement, consultation, education, research, management and system implementation.
“Enrolment for this program is limited.”
Students choose to study the BSc in Public Health with a concentration in Environmental Health Management because it covers a wide variety of disciplines. This degree will prepare you for both the technical and professional demands of careers in the field of Environment. Students will be actively involved in their communities through planning and executing environmental projects. You will also learn methods for analysing, evaluating, and controlling environmental health issues. You will be working to advance policies and programs to reduce environmental exposures in air, soil, water and food to protect the public and provide communities with healthier environments.
Program benefits
As a graduate of CUD’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a concentration in Environmental Health Management, you will have a strong background in managing environmental health issues relevant to modern society. The program will equip you with the current tools and techniques to face the most challenging and contemporary issues related to environmental health, to make an important contribution to the workforce immediately following your graduation. With a degree in this field, you will be a crucial asset to environmental and health employers, ministries, and international organizations.
Join a world-class academic community at Canadian University Dubai (CUD), ranked the #1 university in Dubai for five consecutive years (QS World University Rankings 2026).
University Requirements [General Education Courses – 24 Credits]
Compulsory Courses (18 Credits)
- English I
- English II
- Emirati Studies
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 1
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2
- Entrepreneurship 1
- Entrepreneurship 2
Elective (Humanities - 06 Credits): Students are required to Select Two Courses from the following Pool
- Modern Art Appreciation
- Music Appreciation and Communication
- Islamic Studies
- Communication Skills in Arabic 1
- Psychology in Everyday Life
- Ethical Reasoning for Today’s World
- Introduction to Canadian Studies
Program Core Requirements [Core Courses – 72 Credits]
Compulsory Courses (69 Credits)
- Biology I
- Fundamentals of Healthcare Management
- Calculus I
- Principles of Public Health
- Healthcare Systems
- Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Biology II
- Principles of Environmental Science
- Introduction to Environmental Health
- Modern Physics
- Global Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Applied Medical Terminology
- Chronic and Non-Infectious Diseases
- Health Education and Promotion
- Biostatistics
- Health Policy and Governance
- Epidemiology
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Public Health Ethics
- Leadership
- Applied Research
Program Elective Courses (03 Credits): Students are required to Select One Course from the following courses
- Biochemistry
- Impacts of Earth Resources and Natural Hazards on the Environment
- Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations
- Career Tasks and Challenges in Public Health
Concentration Requirements [33 Credits]
All students who will enroll in the BSc in Public Health will have to complete 10 concentration courses (30 credit hours) and 3 credit hours for internship.
Environmental Health Management Concentration Courses
- Environmental Microbiology
- Entomology and Pest Control Management
- Food Quality and Control
- Management of Domestic and Hazardous Wastes
- Indoor and Outdoor Air Pollution
- Hydrology and Water Waste Management
- Toxicology
- Marine Pollution
- Environmental Management: Theory and Practice
- Impacts of Climate Change Policy on Environmental Management
- Internship
As an Environmental Health Management graduate, your career opportunities are broad; not only will you have a chance to make an impact on people’s lives and contribute to healthier societies, but you will also be highly employable in a range of careers. Jobs in the field of environmental health management have no bounds. There is no shortage of job opportunities in institutions and professions linked to:
- Government Ministries (e.g, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Dubai Municipality)
- United Nations Agencies (e.g, UNEP, UNDP)
- Environmental Consulting Firms (e.g, AECOM, ABS Consulting)
- Non-governmental Organizations (e.g, GreenPeace, Emirates Environmental Group)
- Environmental Agencies (Environment Agency AbuDhabi, BEEAH Group)
- Educational and Research Institutions (e.g, Center for Environmental Studies and Research, Fujairah Research Center)
- Industries linked to:
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Construction
- Food Safety
- Water Resources
- Oil Industry
- Sustainable Building
- Waste Management
In these career areas, you will be responsible for enforcement related to environmental health laws and regulations, consultation, education, research, management, and implementation of systems.
Why Choose CUD?
Five Years as Dubai’s #1 and a QS 5-Star Rated University
· #1 in Dubai
Ranked the top university in the city for five consecutive years (QS World University Rankings 2026).
· 5-Star Rated Institution
Recognized by QS for excellence in teaching, employability, and campus facilities.
· Top 2% Worldwide
Globally ranked #523, ensuring strong international recognition and career mobility.
· Truly Global Community
Ranked #4 worldwide for International Faculty and #6 for International Students ((QS World University Rankings 2026).
· Leading in the Region
Ranked #21 in the Arab Region ((QS World University Rankings 2026) and #22 among private universities in Asia (AppliedHE 2026).
Transfer to Canada Structured Pathways
Start your studies in Dubai and seamlessly transfer to leading partner universities in Canada, gaining international exposure and mobility.
Globally Recognized Accreditations
Our programs are accredited and aligned with leading professional bodies, including CIMA, CFA, ACCA, IAA, PRSA, SHRM, and Autodesk, ensuring industry relevance and global recognition.
Dual Degree Opportunities
Earn specialized qualifications respected by employers across North America, the MENA Region, and global markets, enhancing your career prospects.
Live the Downtown University Experience
Experience a campus that feels like the future of business. Located in the heart of City Walk, CUD places you at the center of Dubai’s innovation.
· Premier Location
Study in a vibrant urban district, minutes from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai’s leading financial and business hubs.
· State-of-the-Art Facilities
Access advanced technology, engineering labs, and creative media studios designed for real-world learning.
· The CUD Incubator
Transform ideas into ventures through on-campus startup support, mentorship, and professional networks.
Still considering your future?
Secure your place at Dubai’s #1 ranked university for five consecutive years (QS 2026).
Applications are now open across a diverse range of disciplines, including Business, Engineering and Computing, Public Health and Psychology, Communication and Creative Industries, and Architecture and Interior Design.
· Undergraduate: Canadian-inspired, industry-driven education
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