Master of Science - Global Health

The Global Health MSc course is a new and innovative learning opportunity offering a balanced blend of knowledge and skills in regards to addressing global health challenges and public health issues. Underpinned by the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals, the course will provide opportunities for students to work with global communities both internationally and in the UK.

With a focus on cross-cutting themes of equity, sustainability, human rights, transdisciplinary working and social justice, this course has been designed to provide advanced knowledge about global health challenges and innovations and has a focus on the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Students will examine health and wellbeing from local, national and global perspectives, drawing upon theory, research and practice to help develop the essential skills to be able to work with diverse global communities everywhere.

The course attracts graduates with an interest in, or already working in, global health. This includes those working in governmental health institutions, intergovernmental health institutions, health and social care settings, charities, non-governmental organisations and other relevant settings.

Students will undertake a range of modules including: Introduction to Global Health, Critical Issues in Global Health, Global Health skills, Researching Global Health and Global Health Dissertation. Students can also opt to undertake work-based learning, if they wish, to enable them to further develop their skills. The course will be delivered by staff with expertise from a range of backgrounds including both practice and research.