Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Copenhagen offers a course titled "Water Supply and Sanitation in Emergencies" as part of its MSc in Global Health program. This course is an elective and provides comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of water and sanitation in emergency situations.

Course Details

• Course Code: SGLK13018U
• Credit: 5 ECTS
• Level: Full Degree Master
• Duration: The course consists of 4 weeks of online/e-learning followed by 9 days of on-campus learning in Copenhagen.
• Placement: Spring
• Schedule: The course includes part-time online learning, self-study, assignments, and full-time lectures, discussions, practical exercises, and group work in Copenhagen.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of water and sanitation issues in emergency settings. They will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of water and sanitation issues in different settings and accepted approaches/guidelines.
• Analyze and apply this knowledge to assess and prioritize water and sanitation needs in emergency situations.
• Design and develop appropriate water and sanitation strategies to prevent disease outbreaks in emergency situations.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The course combines online learning (e-modules, recorded lectures, readings, limited blog sessions, and online tests) with classroom-based learning (lectures, group work, practical exercises, self-study, case studies, presentations, and discussions). The practical exercises include hands-on tasks such as latrine construction and water purification.

Workload

• E-Learning: 40 hours
• Exam: 20 hours
• Lectures: 20 hours
• Practical Exercises: 18 hours
• Preparation: 30 hours
• Study Groups: 10 hours
• Total: 138 hours

Assessment

The course assessment includes a written assignment. All aids are allowed, and the marking scale is a 7-point grading scale. There is no external censorship, but more than one internal examiner may be involved.

Course Information

• Language: English
• Course Capacity: 10 participants
• Study Board: The Study Board for Public Health Science and Global Health
• Contracting Department: Department of Public Health
• Contracting Faculty: Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

Additional Details

The course is not open to external students, and registration is administrative after pre-approval of credit transfer application. The course coordinators and study secretary are available for inquiries, but their contact information is not provided here.