Global Health City St George's, University of London

Overview

The Global Health MSc programme at City St George's, University of London, is tailored for individuals eager to make a significant impact on health equity and global justice. This course is ideal for recent graduates and professionals from various fields, including healthcare, policy, and social sciences. The curriculum is designed to foster a comprehensive understanding of pressing global health issues, policies, and practices relevant to the 21st century. Students will engage with critical topics such as climate change, non-communicable diseases, conflicts, and inequitable healthcare provision, all of which require coordinated action from the global health sector, policymakers, and communities.

Why Global Health at City St George's?

City St George's is renowned for its commitment to public health and has a strong reputation for research excellence. The university collaborates with leading health organisations and offers students access to state-of-the-art facilities. The programme's unique strengths lie in its focus on real-world applications and the opportunity to engage with experts in the field, ensuring that students gain practical insights alongside their academic studies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

For the academic year 2026/27, the tuition fees for the Global Health MSc are as follows:

• Home/UK Students: £14,350 per year
• International Students: £27,250 per year
• Part-time Home/UK: £7,340 per year
• Part-time International: £14,500 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The programme is structured to include a mix of compulsory and optional modules, ensuring a well-rounded education. Key modules include:

• Global Health Governance, Ethics and Law (30 credits)
• Global Health Diseases (30 credits)
• Research Methods (15 credits)
• Research Project (60 credits for MSc)

Students can also choose from various elective modules, such as:

• Conflict and Crisis Medicine and Humanitarian Ethics (30 credits)
• Comparative Health Systems (15 credits)
• Gender and Sexuality in Global Health (15 credits)
• Migration and Health (15 credits)
• Transcultural Mental Health Humanities (30 credits)

This diverse curriculum equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex health challenges globally.

Careers with Global Health

Graduates of the Global Health programme have a wide array of career opportunities available to them. Many find positions in academic institutions, international organisations like WHO and UNICEF, local and national government, and NGOs. The skills gained from this programme prepare students for roles in policy development, community outreach, and infectious disease management. Additionally, students who complete the MSc or MRes may pursue further research opportunities, including PhD programmes.