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De Montfort University: Global Health
| Institution | De Montfort University |
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| Department | Health and Life Sciences |
| Web | https://www.dmu.ac.uk |
| enquiry@dmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 255 1551 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The Global Health MSc course offers opportunities to develop expertise on global health issues as well as acquiring transferrable and non-academic skills. Students will be able to critically analyse important global health problems, understand inequalities and inequities, and how to contribute to addressing multi-faceted challenges through capacity building, drawing on community assets, partnership working, research and education.
Students will undertake a range of modules including: Introduction to Global Health, Researching Global Health, Leading Sustainable Change in Global Health, Interventions in Global Health, and Global Health Dissertation. The course will be delivered by passionate staff with expertise from a range of backgrounds including psychology, sociology, nutrition, biomedical science, mental health and community development among others.
We provide both academic and non-academic support, that is tailored to students’ needs, such as creative learning tools, multiple resources, academic booster sessions, personal tutoring, and inclusive pastoral care. The support embedded in the course has proved to enhance our students’ experience whilst being part of the university and has informed their journey afterwards.
Key features
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Develop leadership and management skills through a Level 7 award in Strategic Management, accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
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Learn from a dedicated, experienced team whose expertise in global health and public health challenges will broaden your perspective.
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Study interdisciplinary modules taught using creative methods, with diverse assessment approaches.
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Undertake opportunities to develop employability skills with diverse communities both nationally and globally.
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Benefit from block teaching, allowing you to focus on one subject at a time for better engagement, feedback, and work-life balance.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2.2 honours degree or equivalent. Applications are welcome from mature candidates who do not meet the minimum entry requirements , but have relevant work experience and evidence of prior learning. Each application will be judged on its merits. A personal statement that demonstrates your interest in the course with a strong commitment to working in the broad field of Global Health. There may be volunteering opportunities available as part of the course, and while many of these are readily accessible, some might include working with vulnerable groups, including children. Applicants choosing to be involved with the volunteering opportunities within the programme will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check. Overseas student will also need to submit a Criminal Records Certificate from their home country prior to arrival in the UK. |
| Location | Leicester Campus The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH |
Summary
The Global Health MSc course offers opportunities to develop expertise on global health issues as well as acquiring transferrable and non-academic skills. Students will be able to critically analyse important global health problems, understand inequalities and inequities, and how to contribute to addressing multi-faceted challenges through capacity building, drawing on community assets, partnership working, research and education.
Students will undertake a range of modules including: Introduction to Global Health, Researching Global Health, Leading Sustainable Change in Global Health, Interventions in Global Health, and Global Health Dissertation. The course will be delivered by passionate staff with expertise from a range of backgrounds including psychology, sociology, nutrition, biomedical science, mental health and community development among others.
We provide both academic and non-academic support, that is tailored to students’ needs, such as creative learning tools, multiple resources, academic booster sessions, personal tutoring, and inclusive pastoral care. The support embedded in the course has proved to enhance our students’ experience whilst being part of the university and has informed their journey afterwards.
Key features
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Develop strong leadership and management skills through a Level 7 award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
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Benefit from an experienced, supportive and approachable teaching team whose research and practice in global health and public health challenges will broaden your own perspectives.
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Benefit from an experienced, supportive and approachable teaching team helping to broaden students’ perspective of global health research and practice.
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Study interdisciplinary modules that are taught through creative teaching methods and assessed in diverse approaches.
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Undertake opportunities to engage in work experience with diverse communities both nationally and globally.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2.2 honours degree or equivalent. Applications are welcome from mature candidates who do not meet the minimum entry requirements , but have relevant work experience and evidence of prior learning. Each application will be judged on its merits A personal statement that demonstrates your interest in the course with a strong commitment to working in the broad field of Global Health There may be volunteering opportunities available as part of the course, and while many of these are readily accessible, some might include working with vulnerable groups, including children. Applicants choosing to be involved with the volunteering opportunities within the programme will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check. Overseas student will also need to submit a Criminal Records Certificate from their home country prior to arrival in the UK. |
| Location | Leicester Campus The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH |
Fees
| England | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 8500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 16800 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 16800 GBP for Year 1 |
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