Egas Moniz School of Health & Science

Master in One Health

Distance Learning

This Master's degree proposal, in which the teaching-learning process occurs predominantly at a distance, benefits from a teaching method that combines flexibility and rigor. The development of distance activities, both synchronous and asynchronous, increases accessibility, which is essential in an era in which learning, research, and cultural dynamics are becoming globalized. The distance learning format promotes student autonomy, integration of resources, and collaborative activities, which are essential for MOH.

By enabling students from different geographies to attend, this modality allows for better time management and the reconciliation of training with other personal and professional responsibilities. A maximum of 25% of face-to-face teaching, focused on laboratory practice and direct interaction, is crucial for the consolidation of skills developed remotely, providing learning experiences only effectively carried out in person. The balance between modalities takes advantage of the advantages of both, and promotes holistic learning, preparing for the complex challenges addressed in MOH.

Teaching in English

Taught in English, this Master's degree proposal allows for the globalization of teaching and the internationalization of graduates, who develop in a multicultural and international context.

Innovative Pedagogical Practices

This master's degree stands out for its use of innovative pedagogical practices and the integration of the topics covered in the various curricular units. The innovative pedagogical practices used incorporate, for example, Problem-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, Case-Based Learning, Team-Based Learning, Focus Groups, Flipped Classrooms, Role-Playing, Peer Instruction, Think-Pair-Share, and Gamification, among others, making the learning process more dynamic, interactive and collaborative and developing critical thinking and autonomy of students, who develop socio-emotional skills while actively deepening their knowledge. The curricular structure is scientifically based, aligned with the objectives of the training offer, and organized into thematic modules that unfold sequentially.

Modular Teaching

The Master's Degree in One Health works in a sequential modular structure, in which the student is focused on one module at a time and in which the modules will be addressed sequentially, promoting dedication to one module at a time and, consequently, a solid acquisition of knowledge, skills, and abilities, always supported by real problems, creating bridges between the different disciplines and stimulating communication and teamwork.

Students who complete this master's degree have the profile for successful careers in higher education institutions, research centers, public administration, clinical units, and companies or similar entities, at national and international level.

1st Semester

General Introduction to the One Health Concepts and Main Pillars

• One Health: from concept to communication
• Intersection between Human and Animal Health
• Ecosystem in the Context of One Health
• Global and Environmental Public Health
• One Health Epidemiology and Surveillance
• Biostatistics and data analysis

2nd Semester

Different Disciplines Integrated in One Health

• Antimicrobial resistance in the context of One Health
• Vectorborne zoonoses
• Food safety and food security
• Risk, health, and sustainability impact assessment
• Economics of One Health
• Bioethics, Animal Welfares and Animal Laws

3rd Semester

One Health in Practice

• Integration of concepts in One Health
• Seminars in One Health
• Dissertation project planning
• Dissertation I

4th Semester

One Health in Practice

• Dissertation II