Course summary

Overview There are many public health challenges facing societies today, including: increasing inequalities climate change displacement of populations global pandemics Global Public Health MSc addresses these issues and others. It encourages you to consider the roles of and interactions between: governments international organisations multinational corporations You'll investigate global health challenges with a specific focus on your interests. The United Nations and the World Health Organization have identified ways to improve health for all. These include the UN Sustainable Development Goals. To work towards universal health coverage and universal access targets, it is necessary to have an understanding of complex health interventions. You'll consider their social, political, and economic contexts. The Global Public Health MSc is part of the Population Health Sciences Institute. What you'll learn You'll develop your knowledge of the varied analyses and methodologies required by: modern-day doctors and health professionals policymakers consultants public servants. You'll understand and critique information and practice. You'll advocate on behalf of your patients and communities. You'll train in public health sciences. There is a detailed grounding in introductory and advanced research methods.