Environmental, Health & Safety EHS Management - Sligo
This programme aims to provide students with the ablility to manage the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) affairs of organisations as well as the capabilities of developing management strategies for these areas compatible with other organisational functions.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online.
Study Hours
Students are expected to attend two online lectures in the evening each week. It is recommended that students should try to allow for 14 hours per week per 10 credit module for their studies. This includes lectures, directed learning, independent study and workshop/site visit activities.
On-Campus Attendance: One meet-up once per semester for workshop/site visit activities.
Entry Requirements
Applicants with a Level 8 Honours Degree in Science or Engineering, or in a related area, are eligible to apply. Applicants with a Level 8 Honours Degree in other areas must demonstrate appropriate experience in the EHS area.
Further information
Start Date: September 2025.
Total Fees: €7,200.
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
This programme aims to provide students with the ablility to manage the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) affairs of organisations as well as the capabilities of developing management strategies for these areas compatible with other organisational functions.
Modules:
Risk, Management and Technical Safety
Natural Resource Management & Assessment
Occupational Health, Hygiene and Chemical Risk Management
Environmental Licensing and Industrial Efficiency
Integrated Management Systems
EHS Regulation
EHS Dissertation
Taught modules (10 credits) are 50% exam and 50% continuous assessment. The Dissertation (30 credits) is 100% continuous assessment.
External Accrediting Body
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).
Admissions: admissions.sligo@atu.ie