About Master Of Science In Environmental, Health And Safety Management in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

This two-year part-time programme aims to provide participants with specialist knowledge in both environmental management and health and safety management. It offers participants an opportunity to reflect on their professional practice and gain a theoretical and critical perspective of issues associated with environmental, health and safety.

What will I experience?

On successful completion of the programme, participants will:

• Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the major concepts and theories associated with environmental, health and safety management.
• Employ appropriate advanced data analysing, synthesising and summarising skills in a scientific research environment.
• Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the concepts and processes of risk management.
• Be able to implement risk assessment techniques in a number of diverse areas.
• Have a detailed knowledge of and apply current approaches to managing chemical and biological hazards.
• Understand how the principles of toxicology relate to occupational exposures.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Equivalent of Honours Bachelor Degree from a recognised University in a discipline relevant to the postgraduate degree sought with minimum average of 60% in final year examinations. Please check Bachelor degree classification for entry to certain postgraduate programmes.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS: Minimum. IELTS Band 6.0 – 6.5 or equivalent English examination (Depending on programme). Kindly refer to individual programme requirements.
• TOEFL:Minimum iBT 60 – 93. (Depending on programme). Kindly refer to individual programme requirements.
• PTE:55 (minimum 51 in each component)

Tuition Fees for non-European Union students range from €8,000 to €14,000 and are payable for each year of study at the Institute.

The average tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) in Ireland vary depending on the program of study. The following are estimated average annual tuition fees for international students:

• Undergraduate programs: €9,750 to €12,500 per year
• Postgraduate programs: €10,500 to €14,500 per year

It is important to note that tuition fees can vary depending on the specific program and course of study. Additionally, there may be additional fees such as registration fees, laboratory fees, and examination fees.

It is recommended that students check the official website of AIT for the latest information on tuition fees and other expenses, as well as any available scholarships or financial aid options.