Program Overview

Program Overview

The MSc Global Health System Leadership is a postgraduate program designed to equip leaders with the skills and global perspective needed to drive innovation, influence policy, and create sustainable, equitable healthcare solutions worldwide. This program empowers leaders to build resilient healthcare systems, addressing the urgent need for such systems in an era of global challenges.

Program Details

• The program is taught by experienced academics from the School of Social Policy, ensuring a research-led learning experience.
• It is tailored for aspiring leaders, professionals, and policymakers, focusing on universal health coverage and sustainable development goals.
• The program offers a unique blend of modules in global health systems, leadership, and emergency preparedness.

Course Highlights

• Gain essential skills and industry connections from leading academics and experts, empowering you to drive impactful change in healthcare.
• Join a diverse, global cohort and enrich your learning experience through shared perspectives and international collaboration.
• Tackle complex challenges like climate change, global health security, and AI, with a program designed to address these issues head-on.
• Develop strategies to build resilient healthcare systems and workforce, advancing health security and achieving universal health coverage and SDGs.

Course Delivery

• The program is delivered through a combination of evening and weekend classes, accommodating working professionals and those who choose to study full-time.
• A draft timetable for full-time students is designed to deliver teaching on weekday evenings and weekends.

Module Information

The MSc Global Health System Leadership program consists of 180 credits, covering core modules in global health systems, leadership, and emergency preparedness. The program includes the following modules:

• Emergency Preparedness, Response & Resilience (20 credits)
• Global Health Economics (20 credits)
• Global Health System and Policy (20 credits)
• Implementation Science (20 credits)
• Leadership and Management in Global Health (20 credits)
• Research Dissertation (60 credits)
• Strategic Planning (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

• An Honours degree in a medical or health field of practice
• Current professional registration in the country of practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development that shows the ability to study at master’s level
• Preferably at least 12 months of experience post-qualification
• English language requirements: IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or alternative qualifications

Fees and Scholarships

• The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation.
• Fees for September 2026: AED 139,173 per year (full-time) / AED 69,587 per year (part-time)
• Scholarships are available for students with the potential to thrive at the University of Birmingham Dubai.

Career Opportunities

The MSc Global Health System Leadership program equips students with the essential skills to excel in leadership, management, and policy roles within global health systems. The program prepares students to become responsible leaders, capable of problem-solving and supporting multidisciplinary teams in addressing complex healthcare challenges.

Student Experience

• The University of Birmingham Dubai offers a state-of-the-art campus with modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.
• Students have access to a range of support services, including careers support, accommodation, and student services.
• The campus is located in Dubai, providing students with endless attractions, entertainment, and lifestyle opportunities.