Global Health MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert

Program Overview

The Global Health MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert at De Montfort University equips graduates with knowledge and skills to address global health challenges. Aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, the program offers a balanced blend of theory and practice, preparing students for careers in global communities. Through diverse teaching methods and assessments, students develop critical thinking, research skills, and the ability to lead sustainable change in global health.

Program Outline

Global Health MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert at De Montfort University

Degree Overview

The Global Health MSc course is a new and innovative program offering a balanced blend of knowledge and transferable skills to address global health challenges. Aligned with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals, the course equips graduates with transferable skills for careers in global communities, both internationally and within the UK.

Key features:

• Acquisition of knowledge and skills on existing and (re)emerging global health challenges with a critical and contextual approach
• Interdisciplinary modules taught through creative teaching methods and assessed in diverse approaches
• Potential opportunities for students to engage in work experience with diverse communities both nationally and globally
• Block teaching approach allows for focused study, regular feedback, and better work-life balance

Outline

Course Content

• Introduction to Global Health: Explores contemporary health challenges within the context of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, differing health systems, and policy approaches.
• Researching Global Health: Develops research skills in the area of Global Health, including research methodologies, analysis, theoretical frameworks, research designs, ethical considerations, evidence appraisal, and audit.
• Leading Sustainable Change in Global Health: Focuses on developing skills to work with communities and incorporates opportunities for reflection on Global Health competencies and employability skills.
• Interventions in Global Health: Builds on the Introduction to Global Health module by exploring critical issues in global health in more depth.
Utilizes problem-based learning and case studies to critically appraise sociological, psychological, political, legal, environmental, social, cultural, and spiritual factors influencing global health in different contexts.
• Global Health Dissertation: A student-led, self-directed project where students undertake an individual project from start to finish, utilizing various methods.

Structure

The program consists of five modules: Introduction to Global Health Researching Global Health Leading Sustainable Change in Global Health Interventions in Global Health Global Health Dissertation Each module carries a specific credit value, and successful completion of all modules leads to the award of the MSc, PG Dip, or PG Cert qualification, depending on the credits achieved.

Assessment

Assessments are designed to be diverse and engaging, reflecting real-world scenarios and encouraging critical thinking. They include:

• Essays
• Presentations (individual and group)
• Reflections
• Development of a group podcast
• Final dissertation
The final dissertation offers flexible pathways for students to align their project with their vocational interests and strengths.

Teaching

The program utilizes various teaching and learning methods aligned with the university's Universal Design for Learning (UDL) policy. This ensures an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students:

• Lectures
• Workshops
• Seminars
• Work-based/service learning (optional)
• Action learning sets
• Interdisciplinary and peer learning opportunities
• Enquiry-based, problem-based learning
• Tutorials
• Independent guided study and e-learning
• Tutor support
• Student-directed seminars

Careers

The Global Health program opens doors to various career paths, including:

• Health Policy/evaluation
• Advocacy
• Health Education
• Community/Health Research
• Engagement in patient and public involvement
• Health forum coordination
• Health campaigning and fundraising
• Health promotion
• Paid trainee schemes/internships
• Humanitarian roles
• Further study
This program does not lead to a recognized professional qualification like Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy.

Other

• The program team includes research-active staff members engaged in diverse topics across applied health, sociology, and psychology.
• Students benefit from access to well-equipped facilities for practical learning and theoretical knowledge development.
• Block teaching allows for a simpler timetable, enabling students to study one subject at a time for focused learning.
• The university's award-winning careers service provides guaranteed work experience opportunities.

UK

September 2024 entry: £8,450

EU/International

September 2024 entry: £16,300