Institute of Environmental Management and Quality Control
Protecting people, communities, and the environment through science and expertise.
🔎 About the Institute
The Institute of Environmental Management and Quality Control (IEMQC) brings together three undergraduate programmes that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time: environmental degradation, climate change, occupational health risks, and the growing threat of natural and man-made disasters.
At IEMQC, we train students to understand environmental systems, assess risks, manage hazards, and implement practical solutions that protect people and the natural world. Our teaching draws on real-world case studies, field investigations, laboratory work, and simulation exercises — giving students the confidence to respond effectively in professional settings.
Our graduates go on to make a real difference — working in government ministries, international organisations, research institutions, and the private sector, both in Sierra Leone and across the globe.
🎯 What We Focus On
Our teaching and research are built around the issues that matter most — combining practical skills with strong academic foundations.
Environmental Science and Management
Understanding how environmental systems work and how human activities affect them — from pollution to ecosystem change.
Occupational Health and Safety
Identifying and controlling workplace hazards to protect the health and wellbeing of workers across all sectors.
Disaster Risk and Climate Adaptation
Building the skills to assess risk, plan for emergencies, and help communities adapt to the growing impacts of climate change.
Environmental Monitoring
Using laboratory techniques, GIS, and field tools to collect, analyse, and communicate environmental data.
Quality Assurance and Regulation
Understanding environmental laws, standards, and quality control frameworks that industries and governments rely on.
Water, Air and Waste Management
Addressing critical issues in water quality, air pollution, and solid waste — essential for public health and sustainable development.
🏫 Our Programmes
We offer undergraduate programmes that are academically rigorous yet deeply practical. Each programme is structured over four years (eight semesters) and prepares you for a wide range of careers.
Environmental Management and Quality Control
A broad, multidisciplinary programme covering environmental systems, monitoring, quality assurance, and sustainability. In Years 3 and 4, students choose a specialist track: Environmental Health & Sanitation, Air Quality Management, or Water Quality Management.
Explore Programme →Environment and Occupational Health
A hands-on programme integrating environmental science, public health, and workplace safety. Students learn to identify and manage hazards — chemical, biological, and physical — that threaten people's health in their homes, communities, and places of work.
Explore Programme →Disaster Management and Climate Change Adaptation
A forward-looking programme that equips students to assess vulnerability, coordinate emergency responses, and develop long-term strategies to help communities adapt to climate change. Graduates are prepared for roles in both national and international disaster management organisations.
Explore Programme →✨ Why Choose Us
Everything we teach is connected to real challenges — from Sierra Leone's flooding risks and air quality concerns to workplace safety in mining and agriculture.
Students spend time in laboratories, conduct field surveys, use GIS and remote sensing tools, and undertake industrial attachments with organisations in their chosen field.
Our programmes align with international frameworks including the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, and global occupational health standards.
The EMQC programme allows students to specialise in Environmental Health, Air Quality, or Water Quality — giving them a competitive edge in the job market.
💼 Where Our Graduates Work
Our graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue fulfilling careers across a wide range of sectors. Here are just some of the paths they take:
🔬 Research and Scholarly Activity
The Institute is actively engaged in research that contributes to policy, practice, and community development. Our academic staff conduct research across the following areas:
📄 Entry Requirements
We welcome applications from motivated students who meet the University's general requirements and the specific requirements of their chosen programme.
🎓 General University Requirements
- Five (5) credits at GCE "O" Level or WASSCE, including English Language
- Passed in not more than two (2) sittings
- Candidates without English Language must pass the University Matriculation English examination
📋 Programme-Specific Requirements
- At least grade 6 or better in five subjects, including at least two from: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Geography, and Engineering Science
📈 How You Are Assessed
- Continuous Assessment: 40%
- Final Written Examination: 60%
- Final Grade: CGPA 60% · Exams 30% · Dissertation 5% · Field Attachment 5%
Honours Degree Classification
| Class of Honours | Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) |
|---|---|
| First Class | 4.30 and above |
| Second Class (Upper Division) | 4.00 – 4.29 |
| Second Class (Lower Division) | 3.60 – 3.99 |
| Third Class | 3.00 – 3.59 |