Montana Tech Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene
Montana Tech

Montana Tech

Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene

Butte, USA

MSc

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene focuses on the identification, evaluation, and control of workplace hazards. The program equips students with advanced scientific knowledge and practical skills to manage occupational health and safety risks effectively. Students will engage in research, applied practice, and gain expertise in risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as industrial hygienists, safety managers, or compliance officers in various industries such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. Other opportunities include roles in government agencies, consultancy, and research institutions.

Industrial Hygienists are responsible for the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of workplace environmental factors that may affect the health, comfort or productivity of the worker. Industrial hygiene is considered a โ€œscienceโ€; however, it is also an art that involves judgment, creativity, and human interaction. Communication skills are very important.

Although some occupations may appear more dangerous than others, potential short-term and long-term health hazards occur in every profession whether a person is employed in an office or chemical plant. Industrial hygienists play an important role in ensuring that the workplace is as free from hazards as possible and that the workers and the community at large are protected from potential health threats. Moreover, industrial hygienists work with management to anticipate problems that could occur and take action to prevent them before they happen. Also, industrial hygienists play an important role in shaping and implementing government policy concerning worker health and safety.