About the course

The science dedicated to quantifying environmental exposures is called exposure science. Our MS in Exposure Science or Occupational Hygiene degree programs train scientists and professionals to recognize, evaluate and prevent exposures that may increase the risk of disease or injury. Students work with faculty members to identify, quantify, reduce or eliminate hazards on the job and in communities. Research topics include: biological, chemical and physical hazard assessment and controls, respiratory, reproductive and chronic diseases, epidemiology of occupational and environmental cancers, bio-monitoring and medical surveillance, and occupational or environmental health policy. Students gain a comprehensive knowledge of health and safety principles, strong technical skills and practical experience. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$63,060

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Seattle
Autumn (September), 2025	Seattle

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Washington

Hold the minimum equivalent of a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. or its equivalent from a foreign institution.

　　Also acceptable: hold a Master’s degree, a doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.Phil.), or a professional degree (M.D., J.D., D.V.M., etc.) from a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. or its equivalent from a foreign institution.

　　Have earned at least a 3.0 grade-point-average (on a 4 point scale) from a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. or its equivalent from a foreign institution for the last 90 graded quarter credits or 60 graded semester credits from a baccalaureate degree (for a Master’s, doctoral, or professional degree, the total cumulative average may be used). TOEFL iBT: 80, TOEFL pBT: 500, IELTS: 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　25th / 1250

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