International Health MSc

Program Overview

The University of Leeds' International Health MSc equips students with a deep understanding of global health issues and prepares them for careers in international health policy, programs, or research. The program features a diverse learning environment with expert faculty, tailored learning options, and a Geneva study visit, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and professional network to make significant contributions in the international health field.

Program Outline

It prepares individuals for rewarding careers in international health by developing their knowledge and skills to contribute to international development goals and reduce the burden of diseases in low and middle-income countries. The program is designed for students with limited work experience in the sector who aspire to work in international health policy, systems, or programs, or to pursue PhD-level studies.

Key Features:

• International Learning Environment: Students learn alongside professionals from diverse countries and areas of expertise.
• Expert Faculty: The program is taught by leading experts in international health.
• Tailored Learning: Students can choose optional modules to align their knowledge and skills with their interests.
• Career Development: The program equips students with the skills and knowledge to build careers within national NGOs and national-level research organizations.
• Geneva Study Visit: Students have the opportunity to visit Geneva and attend workshops and meetings with various health-related United Nations (UN) organizations and other international bodies.

Outline:

Year 1 Compulsory Modules:

• Applied Qualitative Health Research: 15 Credits
• Statistics for Health Sciences: 15 Credits
• Key Issues in International Health: 15 Credits
• Policy for Health and Development: 15 Credits
• Research Project in International Health: 45 Credits
• Programmatic Responses to Key Issues in International Health: 15 Credits
• Introduction to Health Systems: 15 Credits

Module Descriptions:

• Applied Qualitative Health Research: This module focuses on the application of qualitative research methods in health research.
• Statistics for Health Sciences: This module provides students with a foundation in statistical methods relevant to health sciences.
• Key Issues in International Health: This module explores the key issues and challenges within international health policy, systems, and programs.
• Policy for Health and Development: This module examines the role of policy in addressing health and development challenges.
• Research Project in International Health: This module provides students with the opportunity to conduct original research into health and healthcare systems, typically in an overseas context.
• Programmatic Responses to Key Issues in International Health: This module examines various programmatic responses to key issues in international health.

Assessment:

• Module Assessments: Students are assessed at the end of each module through various methods, including essays, group presentations, and research protocols.
• Research Project: Students are assessed on their ability to produce an original research protocol and an assignment in the style of a journal article for their research project.

Teaching:

• International Learning Environment: Students learn and discuss with fellow health professionals from a range of countries and professional backgrounds.
• Expert Faculty: The program is taught by academic tutors who have all worked in international resource-limited settings.
• Teaching Methods: Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, group work, and independent learning.
• University Facilities: Students can utilize University facilities for independent study, such as computing facilities and the Health Sciences library.

Careers:

• Alumni Network: The Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development has a large alumni network of health professionals in senior positions around the world.
• Career Paths: Graduates have pursued careers in major international NGOs, national-level research organizations, and further postgraduate research.

Other:

• Geneva Study Trip: The optional one-week trip to Geneva is not included in the course fees.
Students contribute towards their travel, accommodation, visa, and insurance costs, with the Nuffield Centre for Health and Development covering the remaining costs.

UK fees:

£12,250 (Total)

International fees:

£27,500 (Total)