MSc / PGDip / PGCert Global Health at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Gain a global perspective through a multidisciplinary programme that explores population health, international health systems, and practical strategies for addressing global health challenges and reducing health inequalities worldwide. Gain access to 'Key Concepts in Global Health' and other CPD courses - available for potential applicants free of charge. Prepare to be equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to engage in global health issues.

Department: Medicine | Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, up to 5 years flexible | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Masters students will complete 120 credits of taught modules and will undertake a 60-credit dissertation. There are 60 credits of core Global Health Modules, 20 credits of core research methods training, and the remainder are optional modules. Modules include Dissertation (Master of Public Health/Health Research Methods), Fundamentals of Global Health, Further Global Health, Health System Policy, Planning and Programming in Global Health, Epidemiology, Statistics and Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis.

Career pathways

Graduates of the programme will be well-prepared for a variety of roles in health organisations, healthcare institutions, government agencies, non-profits, and the private sector. You'll be prepared to lead global health initiatives, shape policy, and manage health programmes in diverse global contexts.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree You should have or expect to obtain a 2:1 undergraduate Honours degree or higher (or equivalent qualifications) in a subject relevant to global health, including but not limited to health, life and biological sciences, medicine, dental and pharmacy qualification, and other degrees relevant to the practice of global health (e.g. social sciences, human geography). From 2027/28 entry, applications are also welcome from UK medical students wishing to intercalate. Relevant work experience or compelling rationale for enrolling are considered for lower degrees and where degrees are less relevant than examples above. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,790 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,730 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, up to 5 years flexible

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=CMH137

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