You will investigate the intricate relationships between contemporary global human health and the environment.
You’ll explore how factors such as climate change, air pollution, microbes, social inequalities and access to green and blue spaces impact health and wellbeing, whilst critically analysing evidence from a range of qualitative and quantitative sources.
The programme is delivered in person on the Penryn campus.
The programme is strongly linked to the research of the world-leading European Centre for Environment and Human Health, with contributions from other experts from the University of Exeter and key partners in health and environment sectors.
Part-time registration is structured to permit study alongside existing work or other commitments where feasible.
Once registered, if you wish and dependant on relevant module availability, you can choose to undertake an optional specialism in Pandemics or Global Health for the full MSc award (including 2-yr and 3-yr part time routes).
Subject to funding, this programme offers students and recent alumni the opportunity to apply for a grant to support attendance at an academic or professional conference in environment and human health as part of the de Freitas Conference Bursary.
Upon graduation you will be well placed to move into a range of rapidly developing professions in environment and human health.
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page
Ways to study this course
Campuses
University of Exeter - Truro Campus
Study options
MS • Full-time • 1 Years
PgDip • Full-time • 2 Years
MS • Part-time • 2 Years
MS • Part-time • 3 Years
Start dates
09/2026
How to apply
Fees and funding
Choose a specific option to see funding information.
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.