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Environmental, Safety and Health, M.S.
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Program Overview

Marshall University’s Master of Science in Environmental, Safety and Health program is an excellent fit for students from diverse scientific backgrounds, preparing graduates to tackle complex challenges in environmental protection, occupational safety, and health management.

This interdisciplinary program is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and innovate solutions to problems such as air pollution and control; water pollution and treatment; groundwater protection, contamination, and remediation; solid and hazardous waste management; industrial hygiene; and employee safety and health.

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Program Highlights
Comprehensive Curriculum

Our curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including environmental science, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and health management.

Hands-On Experience

Gain practical experience through internships, laboratory work, and field projects.

Flexible Course Options

Students work with their academic advisor to choose to complete their degree through a thesis or project option.

Featured Courses
599 - Dev & Mgt of Occup Safety Prog
A study of safety programs at the state and local levels including the administrative, instructional, and protective aspects of a comprehensive safety program in schools, occupations, home and public.
SFT 610 - Intro to Prof Safety & Health
An analysis of the educational philosophies and the application of these philosophies to occupational safety. A study of the effect of occupational safety on modern living.
SFT 647 - Industrial Hygiene II
Concerned with environmental health and safety hazards that arise out of or occur during work of employees.
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Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Science in Environmental, Safety and Health program at Marshall University are well-prepared to enter a dynamic and growing job market. The demand for professionals in environmental, safety, and health fields continues to rise due to increasing regulatory requirements, heightened public awareness of environmental issues and the need for workplace safety improvements.
  • Compliance Officer
  • Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Compliance Officer
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Risk Manager
  • Safety Manager
  • Sustainability Coordinator