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Bachelor of Science with Honours Environmental Health, Level 5, 2023/24 - Course Handbook
Welcome to the Course
Hello and welcome to Leeds Beckett University.
This handbook provides you with information that you will need on your course. You should find it helpful when you are preparing for assessment and at any time that you need help or advice in connection with your studies here. You will also receive a Module Handbook for each module you study on your course. The module handbooks give details of the teaching sessions, the learning outcomes and the assessment details. The Safety and Environment Health course team is looking forward to working with you this year.
Hayley Robinson-Mitchell, Course Director
Welcome to your course in the School of Health. I am delighted to be able to welcome our new and returning students and apprentices into the 2023/24 academic year.
The year ahead will contain success, challenge, and personal growth for you, and the School's team of dedicated academics, learning officers and administrators are here to help you to achieve your potential.
Our School has a broad range of disciplines, including Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Nursing and Healthcare, Nutrition and Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychological Therapies and Mental Health, Safety and Environmental Health, Social and Community Studies and Sports and Exercise Therapy teams. Our academic teams work collaboratively - drawing on each other's expertise to support learning, undertake professional practice and consultancy, and delivery internationally recognised, societally impactful research.
Throughout the year ahead please do take time to let us know what you are enjoying and what you find valuable - but also please let us know if there are things we could do differently to improve your experience through feedback to your Course Director, at the School Forum or through the module evaluation and surveys.
I wish you every success for this academic year!
Dr Duncan Sharp, Dean of School
Leeds Beckett Students' Union (LBSU) is led by students for students! Their mission is to make your uni life better! Your Student Officer Team is elected by you to lead the Students' Union into the academic year. They represent all Leeds Beckett students and campaign for the changes you want to see in the university and beyond. They do this by representing your interests, giving you the chance to socialise and meet new people, hosting CV-boosting opportunities, and providing advice and support when you need it most. Shape your own experience by submitting your thoughts through your Course Rep, or if you'd like to influence the Students' Union's policy stance on particular issues or share ideas for improving the student experience across the University, submit your ideas on the Have Your Say platform, which is designed to make change happen! Below you'll find information on a few of their services but if you've any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
Silas Ozoya, your Academic Experience Officer, also wanted to say a few words to introduce himself: "Hey There! I'm Silas, your Academic Experience Officer. It's my job to ensure your academic experience at Leeds Beckett is the best it can be! We're a friendly and open-minded bunch at LBSU, so don't hesitate to get in touch with us! I'm looking forward to meeting you very soon!"
Contact LBSU at:
Email: lbsu-welcome@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Phone: 0113 812 8400
Website: www.leedsbeckettsu.co.uk
- Following the lifting of all pandemic restrictions and advice from the Department for Education, we currently anticipate that no social distancing measures will be in place on campus during the 2023/24 academic year, enabling a normal on-campus experience. Our aim is to ensure that our students experience Leeds Beckett University, our courses, campuses, facilities and services to the fullest extent possible, while maintaining an environment where students and staff feel safe.
- In all cases, the health and safety of students and staff is our priority and we will continue to follow guidance from the UK Health Security Agency, the Department for Education and all other recognised government agencies (such as the Office for Students) in full and keep matters under close review at all times. The advice and restrictions may change before and/or during the academic year, either nationally or in response to local conditions and rates of infection and include the need for social distancing measures and other restrictions. Our flexible delivery model allows us to revert to a blended and/or remote delivery model if this becomes necessary. In a worst case scenario it is possible our campuses may need to close.
- In the event that delivery is restricted as a consequence of pandemic restrictions, we will keep you informed of planned changes as they arise, to ensure you are provided with accurate information.
Key Contacts & Keeping in Touch
You will be allocated an Academic Advisor for help and support as soon as possible after teaching commences. We will endeavour to keep your Academic Advisor the same person throughout your study with us.
Patricia Stead
Email: P.A.Stead@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Phone number: 0113 812 3352
Office location: Portland Building room 513
You can contact the School's Academic Librarians at: sohlibrary@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Or complete their online form for help with academic and research skills: Get Help form
The contact details of other key services, such as Student Advice, Disability Advice, Student Wellbeing, the Library, Student Money, Careers, Students' Union Advice Service and Students' Union Student Voice Team can be found on the Students web page.
Academic and administrative staff at our University use your student email address to contact you. It is important that you check this account regularly. You can forward emails from your student email address to a preferred personal email address, however, quarantine and spam filters needed by our University mean that emails sent from external email addresses may be delayed, blocked or deleted. It is therefore important that your student email address is the only email address that you use to contact University staff. Information on how to access your student email address can be found on the Library Student IT Support page here: http://libguides.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/it_support/office365/outlook
Please make sure that you inform your Course Administration team whenever you change your address and contact details. It is important that you also update your records yourself. You can do this via the My Account/Update my Data tab on MyBeckett. This will ensure we can always contact you in an emergency, and that you receive any important University communications that we may need to send you.
We will inform you of class activities and course notifications, including any cancellations via an announcement so it is important you regularly check your student email inbox.
MS Teams is part of the Office 365 suite used by staff and students for communication and collaboration:
- Access via MyBeckett on University devices as well as on personal mobiles via a free downloadable app.
- Participate in online meetings and video conferencing in groups or one-to-one.
- Work on shared content, ideas, projects and online learning.
- Utilise breakout rooms to create more dynamic sessions
Further information is available on the Library's MS Teams FAQ web page.
Timetable Information
The University’s standard term dates are available on our Academic Calendars web page.
Taught sessions, both mandatory and optional, will be scheduled and included in your online timetable. Depending on your course, this may also include scheduled online teaching and learning sessions where student engagement is required at a specified time or tutor pre-recorded lectures.
Normally, timetables will be made available to continuing students on 31st July and during induction week for new students via:
- The Student Portal (MyBeckett)
- The Leeds Beckett app
You should discuss any difficulties relating to your engagement with timetabled sessions with your Course Administrator.
Course Overview
The aims of the course are to provide a programme of study that will equip graduates with the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary to commence the process leading to registration as an Environmental Health Practitioner working in the public or private sector, and the development of the competencies expected by their organisation. Implicit within this aim is that graduates will have qualities of confidence, self-awareness, independent critical judgement, reflection, leadership and the ability to work as part of a team. Additionally, students will have acquired a breadth of technical knowledge that will enable them to take a holistic view of the health impacts of stressors in any given context and to be able to select appropriate interventions within a broader framework. They will also have developed the skills and qualities required to enable them to be lifelong learners who are able to attain and subsequently maintain the knowledge required to underpin competence in their area of work.
At the end of the course, students will:
- Have acquired a broad knowledge base relevant to the Environmental Health profession;
- Have developed the ability to investigate, critically analyse and evaluate a range of information in order to generate appropriate solutions to practical problems;
- Have developed the capabilities of self-learning and motivation to become reflective thinkers who are able to take responsibility for their personal and career development including enhancing their knowledge and skills to the level required to attain and subsequently maintain competence as appropriate to their area of work;
- Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with all sections of the community, and to have developed sufficient knowledge of the activities of related professional groups to be able to work productively with them;
- Possess the capability to adapt to rapidly changing demands in the technological, professional and performance requirements of Environmental Health;
- Be able to continue the process that will lead to competency in the field of Environmental Health and to registration as a Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner.
On successful completion of level 5, students will:
- Have developed a sound knowledge of the legislative and ethical frameworks and technical controls relating to each of the main areas of Environmental Health practice;
- Be able to apply knowledge and skills to the investigation and solution of simple problems in each of the main areas of Environmental Health practice;
- Be ready to play an active and supportive role within any placement or other professional activity undertaken;
- Have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a piece of independent research;
- Have further developed interpersonal skills and the skills necessary to become a self-directed learner.
Assessment & Feedback
Level 4 is assessed mainly by coursework, with some examinations and a practical skills assessment.
Level 5 is assessed mainly by coursework and examinations.
Level 6 is assessed mainly by coursework and some examinations.
Please note the exam/assessment periods in the academic calendar and make sure that you are available during those periods. Further details of your schedule of examinations can be found on your timetable once the examination schedule is released. Coursework submission deadlines can normally be found on MyBeckett or in individual Module Handbooks/other module guides.
Disabled students requiring adjustments to assessments/examinations should contact Disability Advice as soon as possible. We can only guarantee that adjustments can be put in place if students have contacted us by the following deadlines:
Semester 1 - 10th November 2023
Semester 2 - 8th March 2024
Contact us:
Email: disabilityadvice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Tel: 0113 812 5831
Website: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/disability-advice/
It is important for your progression and achievement that you submit all work for all assignments in a timely manner. It is also important that you keep copies of all work submitted until after you have graduated. You should also keep any receipts confirming the submission of assignments. In the event of your submitted work being lost you may be required to produce a copy of the work and submission receipt. If you are unable to do so, your work will not be marked.
It is important to note that submitting all assignments is a requirement of your course. Should you experience extenuating circumstances which prevent you from submitting on time please make yourself aware of the Mitigation and Extenuating Circumstances process. Without any form of extenuating circumstances, standard penalties apply for late submission of assessed work. Full details of the penalties for late submission of course work are available in section 3 of the Academic Regulations at https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/our-university/public-information/academic-regulations/.
If you have been recommended 'flexibility around deadlines' as a reasonable adjustment in a Reasonable Adjustment Plan, your Course Administrator will be able to advise you of the process.
You will be required to submit your written work via Turnitin and information on Turnitin is available here: https://libguides.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/it_support/mybeckett/turnitin
Assessed work will normally be returned with appropriate feedback within four weeks of your submission. Each Module Handbook will provide you with specific guidelines on how and when you will receive feedback on your assessments. Feedback will be provide either by returning the hard copy of the work with a hard copy feedback or via Turnitin. Cohort feedback may also be provided via individual modules on MyBeckett. Formative feedback is also given face to face by the tutor during teaching sessions and via face-to-face and online in the form of quizzes and tutorials.
Results from module assessments and decisions on progression to the next level of study (e.g., from level 4 to level 5 of an undergraduate degree) or awards (if you are in the final level) are available on the Results Online system: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/exams-assessments-and-awards/results-online/
Results will appear on Results Online within five working days from the date of the Progression and Award Board meeting (the meeting where your end of level outcome will be decided) or the Module Board meeting (the meeting where modular outcomes are decided).
The University recognises that, from time to time, students may encounter issues which may prevent them from being able to submit or take assessment. Where this is the case, students may be able to submit their 'extenuating circumstances' for consideration. Please see the Mitigation and Extenuating Circumstances web page for further information.
If you have not passed a module at the first attempt you will be eligible for re-assessment. See your Module Handbook for details of the relevant re-assessment process (e.g., whether it is coursework, an examination, a presentation or other form of assessment/when it will take place/what the deadline is). You will be advised via Results Online of your options for re-assessment. You are advised to contact your module leader or Academic Advisor for any clarification.
Details about our Appeals process can be found on the appeals web page.
Academic integrity means intellectual honesty and is part of good academic practice. Further information can be found on our academic integrity web page.
Teaching & Learning
Level 4: The need to lay solid foundations in the contributory disciplines to Environmental Health means there is significant emphasis on traditional teaching methods such as lectures, practical sessions and tutorials, and delivery of content via MyBeckett. Strategies such as structured debate, case study discussion, problem-solving exercises, group work and independent study are also used.
Level 5: By level 5 emphasis moves towards a greater responsibility on students to take a more active part in the learning process, and there is a significant amount of practical work at this level in the areas of Environmental Protection and Food Safety. Traditional teaching methods are still used to deliver content, but these are complemented by class discussions and exercises, online activities, etc. There is also an increasing requirement for students to be able to demonstrate the application of their developing technical knowledge to the solution of practical problems.
Level 6: An important feature of level 6 is the Honours Project where students are able to negotiate the topic for their research, and are then required to carry out a piece of independent work under the guidance of a supervisor. There is some use of lectures and MyBeckett to deliver further content, but again these are complemented by other approaches.
All levels: A feature across all the levels is the inclusion of work-based activities some of which are embedded within the modules and which are designed to provide students with an "authentic" experience. For example, at level 6, students are required to carry out a number of risk assessments in the Sensible Risk Management module, and as part of the Professional Practice module have to engage in an Emergency Planning simulation exercise and a Mock Trial in which most of the roles are taken by students.
All modules are core and 20 credits each
Level 4
Semester 1
Environmental Science
Food Science and Control
Law and Safety Management
New and Developing Practitioner
Semester 2
Environmental Science continues
Food Science and Control continues
Introduction to Housing
The Psychosocial Context of Health
Level 5
Semester 1
Environmental Management
Food Safety Law and Practice
Health and Safety Law in Practice,
Understanding the Research Process
Semester 2
Environmental Management continues
Understanding the Research Process continues
Housing Law and Practice
Public Health
Level 6
Semester 1
Honours Project
Housing Policy and Practice
Sensible Risk Management
Professional Practice
Semester 2
Honours Project continues
Professional Practice continues
Environmental Control Strategies
Professional Interventions Food
For module information for part-time delivery please contact the Course Director.
A standard 20 credit module equates to 200 notional learning hours, comprising teaching, learning and assessment and independent study. The sandwich placement year spent out of the University is not included in the calculation as it is optional and not credit bearing.
Overall workload in hours | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
Teaching and Learning | 256 | 267 | 204 |
Independent Study and Assessment | 944 | 933 | 996 |
Total | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 |
Details of School academic staff can be found on the School of Health Website.
Attendance & Absence
The University expects you to attend and contribute fully to all mandatory sessions on your timetable as set out in your student contract. Engagement in your lectures, seminars and practicals is an important part of your learning - contributing both to the University community and the learning experience of your fellow students on the course. This includes engagement in scheduled virtual learning and activities and meetings in online environments related to your studies.
We monitor your engagement at the University as regular attendance and academic achievement are closely linked. Moreover, by monitoring your engagement and attendance we can identify students who may need our guidance or support at an early stage to help them progress in their studies. This is part of our commitment to ensuring an excellent education and experience and supporting your success at Leeds Beckett.
The University does understand that from time to time there is good reason why you cannot attend a class, and in this instance you must contact your School office to let them know. This may then be recorded as an 'authorised absence'.
Please note that any attendance reports can be shared with you and your Course team. You might be asked to contact your School office so that appropriate academic or pastoral support can be offered, should your attendance record give cause for concern.
Our most important aim is to support your studies, but we are also required to report attendance to various external bodies such as the Student Loan Company and the Home Office. There are measures in place for students who seek to falsely register either their own or fellow students' attendance.
Our Academic Engagement Policy is available under 'Student Contract' on the Student Regulations web page.
Please note that if your course carries professional accreditation or recognition, there may be additional course-specific attendance requirements detailed elsewhere in this handbook.
You must notify your Course Administrator if you are absent (for example for an interview, emergency unforeseen circumstances, or for compassionate leave). If you are going to apply for mitigation you will need to provide written evidence of the reason for your absence.
Please note that if your course carries professional accreditation or recognition, there may be additional course-specific absence reporting requirements detailed elsewhere in this handbook.
If you are unable to study due to Covid-19 (coronavirus) symptoms, please see the guidance available on our Covid-19 web page.
If you are unable to study because of another illness for more than 14 consecutive days (including weekends), you must provide us with a Fit Note.
You can send a digital copy of your Fit Note to your Course Administrator, and then send the original by post.
If you are absent through illness on the day of an examination or assignment deadline and you intend to apply for mitigation, you must also provide us with details as possible. Your submission for mitigation may be made online and the circumstances surrounding it may be self-certified unless your period of absence is prolonged. Generally, all absences of 2 weeks or more will require the submission of verifiable documentary evidence.
For more information on 'fit to sit' and mitigation please visit our Mitigation web page.
Please note that if your course carries professional accreditation or recognition, there may be additional course-specific absence reporting requirements detailed elsewhere in this handbook.
Any Leeds Beckett student who suspects they may have, or have been diagnosed as having a serious infectious disease such as coronavirus, Mumps, TB, measles, meningitis or chicken pox should not attend campus. For notifiable diseases, students should notify their Course Director or Course Administrator as soon as possible giving information regarding which groups of students (and/or colleagues and clients on placements) you have been in contact with and when. For some diseases, such as TB and meningitis, your doctor and our Student Wellbeing Team have a responsibility to notify the West Yorkshire Public Health Protection Team who may also wish to speak to you (or your family) to determine if others require screening or medication. You should follow advice given by the hospital or your GP about when it is safe to return to University. Further information is available on the Student Wellbeing web page.
For guidance on what to do if you have symptoms of Covid-19 (coronavirus), please visit our Covid-19 web page.
If you are thinking about changing course or withdrawing from your course, further information can be found on our Student web pages.
International Students
Please be aware that our University fully complies with United Kingdom Visas and Immigration (UKVI) policy at all times. There are legal reporting requirements for all students in the UK on a Student visa, and full attendance is mandatory for all students who have a Student visa. Failure to meet UKVI attendance and engagement requirements could lead to your academic sponsorship being withdrawn and your visa being revoked.Students who hold a Student visa need to be aware of their responsibilities whilst in the UK, please see www.ukcisa.org.uk or our Student Immigration Advice and Compliance web page for full information.
For up-to-date information about visas, immigration issues and other matters relating to international students, please visit the International Students' web pages on the Students website or email the Student Immigration Advice and Compliance Team on siac@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.
You should have been enrolled on the International Student's Academic Introduction module in MyBeckett when you began your studies - if you missed this you can self-enrol and explore the content which introduces you to making the academic transition to a UK university. Please refer to Library page supporting international students
Professional Accreditation or Recognition Associated with the Course
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
In order to meet the requirements of the accrediting body, CIEH, and achieve the award with accreditation, all modules are classed as 'Professional' and must be passed (40% minimum).
'In Year' Work Placement Information
The work placement is optional and students are responsible for making their own arrangements should they wish to undertake a placement or practical work experience.
An optional placement can be undertaken between levels 5 and 6.
Student choice.
Skills, Employability & Graduate Opportunities
The course is designed to enable you to develop the full range of skills required to become an Environmental Health Practitioner. There is particular emphasis on problem solving and communication skills. You will also be encouraged to develop an ability to direct your own learning, to manage time and tasks, and to operate effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
You will have opportunities to gain recognition during your time at Leeds Beckett University for the extra activities you do in addition to your studies, including volunteering, student societies, playing in our University sports teams and being a Course Representative.
By joining a society with Leeds Beckett Students' Union, you can make new friends, have fun, try something new and enhance your CV - societies provide a great opportunity to learn new skills and improve your existing ones. It can be difficult to get to know new people at university but don't worry, everyone is in the same boat! Our Leeds Beckett Students' Union believe that joining a student-led society is the best way to meet new people and make lifelong friends. There are so many societies out there - from course-based to hobby-based to religious to political and campaigning. Whether you're just starting out at Leeds Beckett or working on your last year of study, it is never too late to find the right society for you - or start one yourself!
Course-based societies are a great way to meet people on your course, expand your networks and celebrate your achievements together such as end of year Society Balls. If you have a great idea for a society, we can help you get it up and running. There are resources and support available for all societies - including funding to help make your society goals a reality. For more information on starting your own society, visit: leedsbeckettsu.co.uk/societies/create.
Graduate attributes: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/academic-skills-and-advice/graduate-attributes/
There are three Graduate Attributes for Leeds Beckett University and these are tailored to suit your course. The three attributes you should achieve by the end of the course are for you to be digitally literate, have a global outlook and for you to be enterprising. Learning about these attributes and being assessed on these as part of your modules will provide you with capabilities for your future career and wider life as you move on from your studies here. Where appropriate these attributes have been embedded into modules and across levels of the course and are identified in individual module handbooks.
Enterprise skills are germane to the work of Environmental Health Practitioners as they are required to deal with complex scenarios involving human as well as technical issues, and to propose innovative solutions to problems. Therefore, there is significant emphasis on the analysis of scenarios in delivery and assessment throughout the course, which is why this attribute has been identified as being developed or assessed in almost all modules. There is progression through the course in terms both of the complexity of the scenarios used and the knowledge and skills required to propose solutions, such that by level 6, students will be required to demonstrate to a high level the full range of skills required including the ability to synthesise complex human and technical information (Sensible Risk Management), and an ability to prioritise both within the solution of a specific problem and when confronted with multiple problems simultaneously (Professional Practice).
Digital Literacy
There is an expectation that an Environmental Health Practitioner will have very well developed word processing skills to enable the production of reports etc., together with some familiarity with other packages such as Excel. Through the induction process and the New and Developing Practitioner module at level 4, students will be encouraged to reflect on their learning needs in this area, and if necessary will be directed towards support through the Skills for Learning Programme. The New and Developing Practitioner module also provides specific support with the use of PowerPoint as part of the preparation for the presentation element of the assessed Portfolio. Reinforcement of these skills is fostered through a requirement for students to demonstrate these in the assignments they produce.
Also, once in practice, graduates will be heavily reliant on web-based sources for legal and other technical information, and it is important to develop skills in searching for, identifying and retrieving appropriate documents. Many of the modules include requirements to obtain this type of information. During level 4, students are directed towards these information sources, e.g., through the provision of links via MyBeckett, and where necessary, are supported in using these. Through levels 5 and 6, they are expected increasingly to identify and locate them for themselves, although some direction continues to be provided, e.g., through MyBeckett. In parallel with this, students are also required to develop skills of searching, identifying and retrieving information from the academic literature, and there is specific support for this in the Understanding the Research Process module at level 5. These skills will then be consolidated at level 6, especially in the Honours Project.
Other aspects include electronic communication, use of statistical packages, and use of monitoring equipment, e.g., in acoustics. The first of these is fostered in various ways including use of discussion boards, e.g. Law and Safety Management at level 4, and provision of e-tutorial support, e.g., Food Science and Control at level 4. The Understanding the Research Process module at level 5 includes tuition in the use of SPSS, and tuition in the use of specialist equipment and associated software is provided through the practical sessions in the Environmental Protection modules at levels 4, 5 and 6.
Global Outlook
It is implicit within the work of an Environmental Health Practitioner that they need to be prepared to deal with issues that have a global dimension ranging from the effects of global warming to an imported pest in a crate of fruit. In addition, it is important to engender within the students an awareness that the major public health problems of the 19th century have not been eradicated but have been controlled in the western world through the implementation of measures such as improved sanitation, and this can be best achieved by reference to situations where such measures are not yet in place. Another aspect where a Global Outlook is important is in relation to consideration of legislation. Obviously, there has to be a significant emphasis on UK legislation, and whilst Brexit may reduce the need to consider the European Framework, this will still remain significant, both because of the nature of the work of an Environmental Health Practitioner and because EU Legislation will continue to have a substantial influence on UK Laws for many years to come. Moreover, both the presence of international students on the course, and the fact that UK students need to develop the skills required to be able to update their knowledge of legislation, demand that attention is paid to the universal principles on which legislative systems are based. Finally, as Environmental Health Practitioners must be able to work with all sections of UK society, it is necessary to ensure that students are aware of diversity in respect of race, culture, faith, etc.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and is designed to prepare students for a career as an Environmental Health Practitioner.
The CIEH has made very recent changes to the traditional professional registration requirements and is promoting a pathway, which will lead to becoming a Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner.
Traditionally, the majority of graduates have obtained employment in regulatory enforcement with Local Authorities, and this continues to be a major destination. However, an increasing number are now being employed in the private sector, e.g., with major supermarket chains, where they are valued for their knowledge and skill across multiple intervention areas. In addition, many graduates have obtained employment as consultants advising and auditing a range of companies as private sector organisations take on Environmental Health Practitioners to enable them to ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements.
The course team actively encourage the students to maximise their opportunities to gain relevant experience from any part-time work they engage in, through helping them to identify both suitable opportunities, and ways in which they might be able to engage in appropriate activity whilst at work. All such opportunities that the course team are aware of, are advertised to the students, typically via the MyBeckett Course Group.
Learning Support
If you have a question or a problem relating to your course, your Course Administrator is there to help you. Course Administrators work closely with academic staff and can make referrals to teaching staff or to specialist professional services as appropriate. They can give you a confirmation of attendance letter, and a transcript. You may also like to contact your Course Rep or the Students' Union Advice team for additional support with course-related questions.
Your Academic Advisor will be an academic member of staff who teaches you on your course. Your Course Director will make sure that you are given the contact details of your Academic Advisor at the beginning of each year, usually in your course induction. Further details on the role of your Academic Advisor are available on the Academic Advisor web page.
If you need support, but you're not sure where to go, your Student Advice Team are here to help. The team are an essential part of your Student Support Network and are dedicated to ensuring you can access the advice and support you need, when you need it most.
Student Advice can also help in the practical elements of university. The team will produce your first campus card and assist you in replacing your campus card if needed throughout your time at Leeds Beckett. They can provide Confirmation of Enrolment and Bank Letters for our current students and full or partial transcripts for our graduates and fully enrolled students.
If you need help with more complex queries or concerns, our trained Student Life Advisers offer 1-1 appointments, providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk about your circumstances and identify support that you can access both within and outside of the university.
To contact the team, or to arrange an appointment, visit The Student Advice webpage for full details.
The Student Voice & Insight team at LBSU works alongside the elected Academic Experience Officer to effectively represent students' academic interests.
We provide support, training and ongoing development to over 1,000 Course Representatives, Postgraduate Research Reps, Student Community Leaders and Global Majority Student Ambassadors who represent you whilst you study at Leeds Beckett; and facilitate the collection of student feedback on your academic experience.
Unsure who your Course Rep is? Maybe you're interested in becoming a Course Rep or have feedback about your academic experience? Get in touch at:
- Email: studentvoice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
- Telephone: 0113 812 8400
- Website: leedsbeckettsu.co.uk/your-voice
You can find information and resources online through the Support and Opportunities tabs in MyBeckett. In the Support tab, you can find details of a range of services that provide academic and personal support. These include Student Advice, Library Services, the Students' Union, Student Money, Disability Advice, Student Wellbeing, Student Immigration Advice and Compliance and Accommodation. There is also an A-Z of Support Services, and access to online appointments/registration.
In the Opportunities tab, you can explore the options you have for jobs, work placements, volunteering, and a wide range of other opportunities. For example, you can find out here how to get help with your CV, prepare for an interview, get a part-time job or a voluntary role, take part in an international project, or join societies closer to home.
If you have a disability, long-term physical or mental health condition, or a specific learning difference, we believe this should never be a barrier to studying at our University.
Please get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can ensure everything is in place before your course starts.
What should I do next?
- We will ask you to provide evidence of your disability, usually from a health professional or educational psychologist. Don't worry if you haven't got any, we can support you with this.
- Usually, we will arrange an appointment with your Disability Adviser to discuss any adjustments you might need and support you in applying for Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA).
- We will work with you to ensure any adjustments you need are available so you can fully participate on your course.
Please watch this short video about how the Disability Advice Team can work with you.
Disabled students can also access the Disability Resource Areas in each library and the support provided by the Library Learning Support Officer. More information is available on the Library website.
What is Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)?
DSA is government funding to help with the cost of any additional support you might need while studying, such as: one-to-one support, specialist equipment (including useful software) and travel. For more information visit our website.
Contact Us:
Email: disabilityadvice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Tel: 0113 812 5831
Website: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/disability-advice/
The Library
The Library offers 24/7 support for your studies. You can access thousands of resources via MyBeckett or the Library website which also provides full details of all our services.
Library Academic Support
The Library Academic Support Team can help you develop your academic skills such as critical thinking, academic writing and analysing data, and research skills such as how to find, use and evaluate information for your studies. The team liaises with your lecturers to provide the information resources you need for your subject and to arrange academic skills sessions to support you in your studies.
The team maintains a number of websites and modules to support your learning:
- In your Subject guide, you'll find a variety of information resources which have been selected as a good starting point for research in that area. These are available on the Skills and Subject Support web page or via My Beckett.
- On the Skills for Learning website, you'll find online resources covering topics such as essay writing, research and time management, English Language and academic English plus information to help you reference and avoid plagiarism, alongside details of workshops that are designed to help you succeed in your assessments. The Skills for Learning website can be found on the Library website or via My Beckett.
- LBU Study Smart is a module in MyBeckett which introduces you to the key skills and services you'll need to study successfully at Leeds Beckett. There are also additional modules you can take as you move through your course to help you transition between study levels. The Academic Integrity Tutorial is a module in MyBeckett which introduces you to academic integrity at LBU and will help you develop the skills you need to attain good academic practice, including avoiding plagiarism and academic referencing.
- The Academic Integrity Tutorial is a module in MyBeckett which introduces you to academic integrity at LBU and will help you develop the skills you need to attain good academic practice, including avoiding plagiarism and academic referencing.
Library and Student IT Advice Service
The Library and Student IT Advice Service team can answer your queries on borrowing, finding information, passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA) ,Office 365, online meetings, saving your work, MyBeckett and more:
- online (including 24/7 chat) via the Contact Us web page
- by phone - 0113 812 1000 (24/7 IT support)
- face-to-face in either of our Libraries, check Library opening times for details of when staff are available
They also have a wide range of short tutorials available on the Library's YouTube channel.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi on the University campus is provided by eduroam, a secure wireless network, which also allows you Wi-Fi access if you visit other universities. To connect:
- Select eduroam from available Wi-Fi
- Your login details are:
Username followed by @leedsbeckett: e.g. c1234567@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Password: your normal university password
*Android Users: Select under Phase 2 Authentication - MS-CHAPv2
Help is available on the Library's Wi-Fi web page.
Microsoft Office 365
You are provided with free access to Office 365 and the latest version of Office can be downloaded from the IT tab in MyBeckett or from office.com. All students who are registered for a qualification at Leeds Beckett University are eligible and you can use the subscription for the duration of your course. For instructions and more information, please see the Office 365 support page.
OneDrive
OneDrive Leeds Beckett is your individual file storage with 1TB of storage space. With OneDrive you can access and share your files across your devices. This is accessible on University PCs and off-campus through Office 365 portal. See the Saving your Work pages on the Library website for more information.
Leeds Beckett RemoteApp
The Leeds Beckett RemoteApp gives you access to a range of specialist software for your course on your personal devices. See the RemoteApp page on the Library website for more information.
Media Equipment - free loans
You can borrow high-end Media Equipment for free. Browse, reserve and collect equipment ranging from GoPros to Remote Presenters from the ground floor of the Shelia Silver and Headingley Libraries. Further information is available on the Media Equipment web page.
University life can have its ups and downs, and occasionally you may find yourself in need of advice. That's where we come in. Here at the SU we have a free advice service that is here just for you, the students at Leeds Beckett University.
The Advice Service at LBSU is a confidential, non-judgmental service run by professional advisers.
The service is independent from the University, so if you are having any problems with your course you can talk confidentially with us - although we do work with the University to find the best solutions, we would only contact them with your permission. We can advise on a range of topics including all aspects of the University Regulations and Procedures, housing issues and finance issues. We can guide you through any processes or procedures.
We're here to help you with any questions or problems you might have while you are studying at Leeds Beckett.
Get more information at www.leedsbeckettsu.co.uk/advice.
Resources
MyBeckett, the portal and virtual learning environment provides:
- access to your modules and timetables;
- your reading lists and email account;
- your personal storage area on our University IT servers;
- information on where to look for academic or personal support (Support tab);
- information on opportunities such as jobs, careers, part-time work, placements and volunteering (Opportunities tab)
- access to Library and student IT advice
Further information and support for using MyBeckett can be found on the MyBeckett Support Pages.
https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/school-of-health/facilities/
Laboratory and Practice Facilities
The School of Health has a wide range of specialist laboratory and practice facilities whose operation is supported by two teams of Learning Officer staff under the leadership of Unit Managers. You will have the opportunity to make use of both the Multidisciplinary Laboratory and the Acoustics/Food Inspection Facility. Access to facilities operated by other schools can also be arranged. For example, the Wood- and Metal- Working Workshops may be used to gain realistic experience of risk assessment.
The Multidisciplinary Laboratory can accommodate students carrying out a range of Biomedical and Environmental Science experiments. It provides a flexible space for up to four different classes running simultaneously and benefits from state-of-the-art IT and AV facilities. This laboratory will be used for practical and project work in the areas of Microbiology and Environmental Protection and Food Inspection.
The Acoustics/Food Inspection Facility is a dual-purpose space. The Acoustics facilities comprise a reverberation room, an anechoic chamber, and a hearing test booth, and are used for practical and project work in the Environmental Protection area. The central open space is designed to provide a hygienic environment to teach food inspection. It features a seamless, non-slip floor, stainless steel fittings foot operated hand wash facilities and an insectocutor, together with walk-in fridge and freezer units for storage of samples. Food Inspection is primarily taught at Level 5 in association with the Food Safety Law and Practice module. In association with tuition in the Food Safety area, you may also make use of the Nutrition Laboratory.
Laboratory equipment, some of which is portable, has been selected to support students in a variety of learning situations, including timetabled laboratory classes, and project work which may be carried out on- or off-site. In particular, the Acoustics Laboratory is equipped for the measurement and analysis of noise in a wide range of situations. Key areas of interest are the investigation and solution of environmental noise problems, the assessment of workplace exposure to noise and vibration, and the measurement of various acoustic properties of buildings.
Electronic Resources
Due to the nature of the subjects being studied, students are required to make significant use of material obtained from websites for Government Departments, e.g. The Department for Communities and Local Government: http://www.communities.gov.uk/corporate/, and the Department of Health: http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/index.htm, and Government Agencies such as the Health and Safety Executive: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/books/index-catalogue.htm, the Food Standards Agency: http://www.food.gov.uk/foodindustry/regulation/hygleg/hyglegresources/sfbb/ and the Environment Agency: http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/business/default.aspx.
Other well used sources of policies, reports, case studies etc. include the Business Link website: http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/home and The Criminal Justice System website: http://www.justice.gov.uk/.
Two key online sources of information for the Public Health area are the World Health Organisation http://www.who.int/en/, and the UK National Statistics web site: http://www.statistics.gov.uk/hub/index.html, whilst in the Health and Safety area significant use is also made of video resources from sites such as Discovery Channel, American Chemical Safety Board and Columbia BC Work safe. An example of the use of these videos to promote classroom activity is accident scenarios. These videos which are produced by the Chemical Safety Board of America are analysed to determine cause and resolution: http://www.csb.gov/videoroom/videos.aspx?cid=1&F_All=y. The Columbia BC Work safe website also provides similar material.
Student Voice
We are committed to working in partnership with you and the Students' Union to provide you with an inclusive, safe and engaging learning environment which is conducive to study for all our students and our staff. An important element of your time studying with us is your engagement in developing your learning. Your engagement and attendance on your course enables you to further your learning and supports your achievement, course completion and aspirations for the future. There is an expectation that students will attend, engage in their learning and submit on time for assessment. We provide support for you to maximise your time studying with us and to develop your learning, skills and abilities to support you in your chosen career path.
We seek active participation by all our students in the continuous enhancement of our courses and through our monitoring, annual review and enhancement processes. These are formal processes used by our University for assuring the academic standards and quality of your course and its continuous improvement. These processes utilise your feedback, External Examiners' reports, feedback from staff and others, data relating to student outcomes on the course and student surveys to reflect on areas of good practice and areas for further enhancement. We invite all students to participate in a range of opportunities to provide us with feedback on your course and modules. This may include discussions with staff, focus groups, and meetings (e.g. with Course Representatives or with staff) and formalised student surveys e.g. mid module reviews, end of module evaluations and specific course or other surveys such as the Student Barometer, National Student Survey and Graduate Outcomes Survey. We utilise the outcomes of these surveys to benchmark our courses nationally and to inform annual course enhancements.
Informal feedback is also welcome at any time either via your Academic Advisor or module tutor or via your Course Representative. Our partnership with you enables us together to make the most of your learning experience with us and to enhance the quality and reputation of your course. You can find out what actions have been taken in response to your feedback through your Course Representative, the Students' Union, your tutors or through the Library.
Course Representatives (Reps) at undergraduate and postgraduate taught levels are student volunteers who represent you in formal and informal meetings with the University, and follow up on actions that have occurred because of student feedback. You can become a Course Rep, volunteering to represent the views of your peers in order to improve students' academic experience.
In the first few weeks of your time at Leeds Beckett, your Course Director will facilitate an opportunity to appoint Course Reps on your course.
LBSU provides support, training and ongoing development for Course Reps and supports their engagement in enhancement activities throughout the academic year.
Being a Course Rep provides you with an opportunity to enhance your own learning and the development of relevant professional and employability skills alongside your studies. As a Course Rep you would play an important role in:
- Acting as a point of contact and advocate for students on your course and in supporting their active engagement.
- Gathering feedback from students on your course to inform enhancements to the quality of your course and the student experience.
- Facilitating good communication between students and staff on the course.
- Working with the Course Director, members of the course team and the Students' Union to enhance your course.
- Facilitating and engaging in meetings about your course; and
- Being an ambassador for your course.
Further information about being a Course Representative is available at:
We invite all students to participate in a range of opportunities to provide us with feedback on your course and modules. This may include discussions with staff, focus groups, and meetings (e.g. with Course Representatives or with staff) and formalised student surveys e.g. mid module reviews, end of module evaluations and specific course or other surveys such as the Student Barometer, National Student Survey and the Graduate Outcomes Survey.
We are committed to providing a high quality experience for all our students. We welcome comments and compliments from students, and find them valuable for on-going improvements to our provision. Comments and compliments about your course can be raised with your Course Representative or directly with your Course Director or Academic Advisor.
If you have a specific complaint about an act or omission of our University, you may be able to make a complaint under the Student Complaints Procedure. In the first instance, you should raise the matter as soon as possible with the member of staff most directly concerned, or with the person who can best resolve it. If this does not resolve the matter, or if the complaint is too serious to be addressed in this way, then you should make a formal complaint in writing. Information about how to make a complaint, including the student complaints procedure and a complaints form, is available on the Students web pages.
General Information
Bachelor of Science Environmental Health
Diploma of Higher Education Environmental Health
Diploma Environmental Health
Certificate of Higher Education Environmental Health
Certificate Environmental Health
NB: Contained awards are not accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
Leeds Beckett University
Level 6 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications, with 120 credit points at each of Levels 4, 5 and 6 of the UK Credit Framework for Higher Education (360 credits in total).
Part-time delivery is usually at half the intensity of the full-time equivalent course. Some modules may be delivered in a different sequence from that provided in this handbook, but the modules offered within each level are consistent.
The work placement is optional and you are responsible for making your own arrangements should you wish to undertake a placement or practical work experience. The location will be dependent on the opportunities available at the time.
Course fees and additional course costs are confirmed in your offer letter. Course fees are presented to you annually through the online enrolment process. Please visit our Course and Tuition Fees Payment web pages for further information. Ongoing queries relating to additional course costs may be discussed with your Course Administrator.
Alternatively, you can contact any of the following teams:
For Student Finance related fee queries: studentfunding@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Other fee related queries: fees@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Payments: incomes@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Policies, Standards & Regulations
Key University regulations and policies can be accessed on the following web pages:
- Academic Regulations (including assessment regulations) are available on our Academic Regulations web page
- The Student Contract is available on our Student Regulations web page
- The Student Charter is available on our Academic Regulations web page (Section 20)
Other Student regulations and University policies, including Safety, Health and Wellbeing policies, are available on our Student Regulations web page
You should also familiarise yourself with Support Report Respect where students and colleagues who are victims of any form of bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct, can access support, advice and guidance.
For advice on University regulations and policies, students should contact the Students' Union Advice Service.
The course follows the Academic Regulations except where noted below.
Modules must be passed for progression and award
In order to meet the requirements of the accrediting body, the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), and achieve the award with accreditation, all modules have been classed as 'Professional' and must be passed (40% pass mark minimum).
Students who do not achieve these requirements but who do meet the University's profile of achievement for the award of BSc (Honours) will receive the target award, but it will be classed as non-accredited by the CIEH, and they will not be eligible to progress towards registration as a Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner.
Fitness to Practise
The course is authorised to use the University Fitness to Practise Policy. Students are expected to act in a professional manner at all times in line with the Policy: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/-/media/files/policies/student/ups_fitness_to_practise_policy_procedure.pdf
The External Examiner assures that you are assessed fairly in relation to other students on the same course and also that the standard of your own award is comparable to similar courses taken by students in other higher education institutions within the UK. The External Examiner(s) provide an annual report for your course. External Examiner reports are available on our External Examiner Reports web page, which is accessible via the Course Information link on the Students home page.
Mr Adam Choonara, Middlesex University
Dr Marie Vaganay-Miller, Ulster University
Appendices
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