Global Health

Entry requirements

Standard Entry

To meet the standard entry requirements, you need a 2:2 or above in any degree with honours

Professional route

To qualify for the Professional entry route, you need to meet ONE of the following criteria:

• A minimum of a third-class degree with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience in health or public policy, including any role within civil service or public administration, or education.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience. In a decision-making role involving some level of data analysis and use of qualitative or quantitative evidence.

Months of entry

March, September

Course content

Master Global Health: Tackle Worldwide Challenges with an Interdisciplinary Approach to Policy, Politics, and Public Health

Journey through the entire global health landscape, exploring theory, policy development and delve into the real-world practice of this ever-evolving humanitarian, political, social and healthcare discipline. Crafted for ambitious students seeking to influence and shape the future of global health.

This MSc in Global Health offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, combining expertise from the School of Politics and International Studies and the School of Medicine - Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development. The programme draws on a unique blend of Public Health, International Health, and Global Policy to investigate the political, social, and technical drivers of global health.

You will explore key factors influencing global health, health preparedness, and response, while examining the interconnectivity of wider determinants of health on a global scale. A major focus is the interface between global policy and national health systems, addressing the impact of policy on health access and services. In addition, the course offers opportunities to develop practical skills through real-world exercises and case studies, including the use of Artificial Intelligence to support health research and policy creation aligned with World Health Organization (WHO) benchmarks.

This programme provides exclusive networking opportunities with global health leaders and organisations such as the World Health Organization (WHO). You will participate in policy-driven projects, offering exposure to health initiatives and decision-makers. This connection allows you to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare policymaking and enhances your engagement with global health practitioners.

Who is this course for

The programme is designed for those interested in international health policy, public health, global health governance, and health development, it appeals to both health professionals and those working in health ministries or global/local communities. You will collaborate with a global community of learners through a mix of individual and group work, tackling real-world case studies in specialised or multidisciplinary teams.

You can study from anywhere in the world, with the flexibility to learn around your existing professional and family commitments. This programme will deliver the skills and advanced knowledge to progress your current professional practice, help you transition into the global health sector, or assist you in influencing international health policy.

By providing you with sought-after networking opportunities with peers, and an in-demand skillset, this course will upskill, diversify and enhance your existing credentials to drive change on an interconnected and global scale.

The MSc in Global Health is popular with students and professionals from backgrounds and disciplines that include:

• Public health professionals
• Social Sciences graduates
• Healthcare workers
• Policy and international relations experts
• Environmental and sustainability professionals
• Researchers and academics.

Information for international students

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Fees and funding