University of Aberdeen: Global Health and Management
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition View department profile |
| Web | http://www.abdn.ac.uk/smmsn |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Are you seeking postgraduate training that focuses on your employability, equips you with knowledge and skills to address complex and multidimensional global health issues, and enables you to make professional contributions towards positive health and social change? On our MSc Global Health and Management programme, you will gain knowledge and understanding of established and emerging concepts, issues, theories and practices in global health and management studies. You will develop appreciation of how these intersect with broader social, economic and political factors, and develop skills to critically engage with these debates. The aim is to develop multidimensional views for more complete impacts in the field.
You will learn about health and social research methods, global health and global citizenship, health systems and policy, and management studies. You will have opportunities to work in professional environments in the health and development sector in the UK and overseas, applying taught content in real world settings and conducting projects of practical significance. With supervision from world-class research academics, students also develop deepened knowledge into current research and methodological development in selected area(s) in an research environment.
MSc
Sponsorship info
View the programme page to find out about any scholarships and funding you may be able to apply for.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second (2:2) class Honours degree or equivalent, usually in a health-related honours undergraduate degree (medicine, midwifery, nursing, public health, pharmacy). We also consider applications from students with a pure science, social or management science first degree and who have a keen interest in health. In recent years we have had students from backgrounds including medicine, midwifery, nursing, public health, health/medical research, pharmacy, public administration, management. |
| Assessment | Each course has its own continuous assessment criteria based on the progress of practical and course work as well as a written degree examination. Progression to a research project is dependent on performance in the individual courses. The MSc project is assessed with the submission of a thesis and viva examination. |
| Modules | The overall curriculum is designed with an integrated approach to teaching and learning in mind. Students participate in formal lectures, small group work, seminars, student presentations, and discussion groups. Throughout, the programme also provides training in mobile and digital technologies and social media. External experts are also regularly invited to provide specialist expertise. Many lectures are recorded and can be viewed again when required. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| EU | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
Sponsorship info
Find out about the range of postgraduate scholarships at University of Aberdeen
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second (2:2) class Honours degree or equivalent, usually in a health-related honours undergraduate degree (medicine, midwifery, nursing, public health, pharmacy). We also consider applications from students with a pure science, social or management science first degree and who have a keen interest in health. |
| Assessment | Each course has its own continuous assessment criteria based on the progress of practical and course work as well as a written degree examination. Progression to a research project is dependent on performance in the individual courses. The MSc project is assessed with the submission of a thesis and viva examination. |
| Modules | The overall curriculum is designed with an integrated approach to teaching and learning in mind. Students participate in formal lectures, small group work, seminars, student presentations, and discussion groups. Throughout, the programme also provides training in mobile and digital technologies and social media. External experts are also regularly invited to provide specialist expertise. Many lectures are recorded and can be viewed again when required. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| EU | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 6300 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
University of Aberdeen
School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences, and Nutrition provides a dynamic, world-class teaching, learning and research environment creating opportunities for greater knowledge and scientific discovery that will underpin maintaining good health and the treatment of disease.
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We are proud to have been recently ranked 1st in Scotland for medicine and 4th in the UK in the Guardian League Tables 2019. The University of Aberdeen is a Top 30 UK University according to The Complete University Guide 2019.
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