The programme is of eight months duration, admitting up to 15 students per academic year. Students have the option of enrolling in the campus-based instruction programme or the distance education programme. Participants must be sufficiently motivated to undertake self-directed learning. Students will be selected to give the class a multidisciplinary character. A relevant university degree or equivalent will normally be required.
Admission is based on the number of places available and on the experience of applicants.
Those without environmental health experience may also be considered. Applications must be submitted by the end of March for the study period beginning in September. Applicants will be notified of admission decisions by the beginning of June. The Programme in Occupational Health and Environmental Medicine offers two programmes each year for this Diploma. A full-time programme starts in September catering to those who wish to complete the course in three months.