Master of Global Health
A comprehensive postgraduate programme exploring the social, environmental, and political determinants of global health inequity.
Best for:Best for graduates from health or non-health disciplines seeking to address global health inequities through policy and practice.
Overview
The Master of Global Health at the University of Sydney is a coursework-based programme designed to equip students with the skills to address health disparities on a global scale. The curriculum examines the complex social, environmental, economic, and political factors that influence health outcomes and contribute to inequity. Students engage with both theoretical frameworks and practical placement opportunities to develop strategies for improving health resources and wellbeing. The programme is open to graduates from diverse academic backgrounds who are committed to advancing health equity worldwide.
What you'll do
- Analyze social, environmental, and political drivers of global health patterns.
- Engage in practical placement opportunities to apply health equity strategies.
- Evaluate health resources and systems to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with peers from diverse professional and academic backgrounds.
- Develop evidence-based approaches to support health and wellbeing across the life course.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree with honours, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, or a relevant bachelor's degree in a health-related or social science field.
Degree offered: Master of Global Health
Language: English proficiency required for international students.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in health, social sciences, international relations, or related fields.
- Demonstrated passion for health equity and global wellbeing.
- Professional experience in health or international development (required for applicants with unrelated bachelor's degrees).
- Bachelor's degree with honours or equivalent qualification.
- Relevant bachelor's degree in fields such as medicine, nursing, psychology, international relations, or social science.
- Two years of professional work experience in health or international development for applicants with degrees in unrelated fields.
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Interested applicants should visit the official University of Sydney course page to review specific admission requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's central admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Evidence of professional experience (if applicable)
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