PgDip Global Health (Online) at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

PgDip Global Health (Online) is a 120-credit online postgraduate diploma examining how climate change, inequalities, demographics, workforce shortages and migration shape health. It blends self-paced study with live expert engagement and forms the middle stage of the PgCert-PgDip-MSc Global Health pathway.

Duration: 1 year part-time | Study mode: part-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Research Methods in Healthcare, Introduction to Global Health, Primary and Public Health Care: Global Health Systems and Leadership in Global Health: Health Systems Strengthening. Options include Contemporary Issues in Clinical Education, Design and Development of HealthCare Education, Health in Humanitarian Emergencies and Human Health and Health Inequalities in Coastal Communities.

Career pathways

Graduates go on to work in public health policy, health management, research, international development and frontline healthcare, in government agencies, NGOs, global health organisations and academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A recognised first degree or equivalent, normally a 2:1 in a relevant global health subject (e.g. health professionals, media studies, politics and economics, human rights, health economics, health management, veterinary practice, community forestry, psychology, sociology). A 2:2 or equivalent professional qualification is considered with relevant experience or further professional development; substantial relevant work experience may also be considered. Application includes qualification evidence, a personal statement of about 250-400 words, CV and proof of sponsorship if applicable. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,040 a year (2027/28). Part-time, per year Source

International applicants: GBP 8,040 a year (2027/28). Part-time, per year, online Source

Duration: 1 year

Health Sciences