The University of Greenwich
MSc Global Public Health
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
GBP 17,450 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time international | home £11,000 per year; part-time international £2,908 per 30 credits | home £1,850 per 30 credits
Introduction
Explore global approaches to public health and their increasing impact on global security with a Master’s in Global Public Health.
Global attitudes to public health have never been more significant. Migration, inequality, and the global economy have changed how we think about health and illness. As a result, tackling public health issues now needs to be viewed on a global scale. This course offers you a rich and varied environment to explore the complex public health issues relevant to a global audience. Anyone with an undergraduate degree and/or relevant work experience is encouraged to apply.
Whether you want to further your knowledge in your existing field or you're looking for a qualification to start a new career, this course can be tailored to suit your needs.
What you should know about this course
- You'll have a choice of contemporary subjects to study that enable you to personalise this programme to suit your career goals.
- Part-time study is available.
- You will be part of a global network of students. Benefit from new perspectives and experience.
- Located at the University's iconic Greenwich Campus.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their study. View our EU bursary to find out more.
Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.
Curriculum
Full time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Management, Leadership and Enterprise in Global Health (15 credits)
- Behaviour Change and Health Promotion (15 credits)
- Contemporary Issues in Global Health (15 credits)
- Health Needs Assessment (15 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Applied Epidemiology and Statistics in the Global Context (15 credits)
- Public Health, Policy and Politics (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Maternal and Child Health in the Global Context (30 credits)
- Prevention and Control of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (30 credits)
Part time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Behaviour Change and Health Promotion (15 credits)
- Contemporary Issues in Global Health (15 credits)
- Health Needs Assessment (15 credits)
- Applied Epidemiology and Statistics in the Global Context (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Maternal and Child Health in the Global Context (30 credits)
- Prevention and Control of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Management, Leadership and Enterprise in Global Health (15 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Public Health, Policy and Politics (15 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
As a Global Public Health graduate, you will be able to explore careers in international and national non-governmental organisations and charities that work around the globe.
It can lead to roles such as Community Development, Health Promoter, Epidemiologist, Policy Officer, International Programme Consultant or Global Programme Manager.
The course can help you pursue careers in government departments both in and outside the UK. It can lead to senior roles in public health such as Public Health Specialist, Public Health Researcher, Analyst or Strategist, Health Policy Researcher, Service Manager or Director.
Do you provide employability services?
Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.
The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.
Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.