Course Overview

The Global Health MSc course is a new and innovative learning opportunity offering a balanced blend of knowledge and skills in regards to addressing global health challenges and public health issues. Underpinned by the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals, the course will provide opportunities for you to develop transferable skills to apply for careers working with global communities both internationally and in the UK. Students will undertake a range of modules including Introduction to Global Health, Critical Issues in Global Health, Global Health skills, Researching Global Health, and Global Health Dissertation. Students can also opt to undertake to volunteer if they wish, (subject to availability) to enable them to further develop their skills. The course will be delivered by staff with expertise from a range of backgrounds including both practice and research. The course will provide opportunities for you to acquire interdisciplinary skills, providing you with the tools to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Students may have opportunities for volunteering subject to availability with diverse communities both nationally and globally through DMU Local and DMU Square Mile

General Eligibility

A 2.2 honours degree or equivalent. Relevant degrees include, but are not confined to, the following: social sciences, behavioural science, nursing, geography, public health, allied health and health sciences.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each band, or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.