PGDip in Global Health Research at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

Entry for 2027-28. Normally a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant discipline: any allied health profession degree, any basic science degree, global health or public health (US GPA normally 3.5/4.0). Applicants without such a degree may apply if work experience and prior learning broadly equate to a strong upper second-class degree, evidenced by at least three years of suitable work experience (for example nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, community health work, policy, regulatory agency, department of health or pharma industry) and a portfolio of learning evidence such as The Global Health Network's Professional Development Scheme, reflective accounts, statements of training and certificates; the course director assesses such claims. Applicants not currently in global health research or on a career break may also be considered. Three references and supporting documents. No GRE or GMAT. English language (higher level, if first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24; C1 Advanced 191 overall and 185 per component; C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Test must have been taken no more than two years before course start. Application deadline: 12:00 midday UK time on 1 December 2026.