Overview

The four compulsory modules will provide you with a broad understanding of the central themes in women's health.

You can then shape your learning to reflect your career aspirations through the selection of four optional modules.

These include topics such as reproductive health, pregnancy and childbirth, fertility and infertility, mental health, health psychology and gender and global health.

What this course will give you

The University College London (UCL) EGA Institute for Women’s Health delivers excellence in research, clinical practice, education and training in order to make a real and sustainable difference to women's and babies' health worldwide.

The institute's collaboration with UCLH (University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) provides an academic environment in which you can pursue graduate studies taught by world-class researchers and clinicians.

Blending taught and research elements allows students from diverse backgrounds to develop the skills necessary for a career in women's health.

The foundation of your career

Throughout the Women's Health MSc programme, you will acquire key skills, such as:

Evaluating and reviewing data from a variety of sources (papers, case studies, media coverage etc.).
Collecting, interpreting and presenting data using both written and oral methods.
Intellectual curiosity and an ability to critically challenge current methods of research or ideological standpoints.
Cross-disciplinary thinking from a multiplicity of perspectives (linking together the wide variety of optional modules).
You also have the opportunity to take part in debates and ethical discussions.

Employability

This Women's Health degree prepares students for progression to higher research degrees or more advanced work in their particular field. It will enhance knowledge and awareness of the many issues relevant to women's health. Previous students have gone on to work in a wide variety of fields; charity, regulatory, research, femtech etc.

There is a strong focus on the development of key skills in the programme. In addition, we offer a comprehensive careers programme involving our current staff and alumni; covering general careers in science and specific advice on careers in women's health.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Preimplantation Genetic Testing and Developing Technology
Reproductive Health
Pregnancy and Childbirth
Fertility and Infertility: Science and Society
Fetal and Perinatal Medicine
Essentials of Global Child Health
Gender and Global Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

To be eligible for registration, normally a candidate must have obtained an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or social science discipline, or a professional health qualification (medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, psychology, social work) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Professional experience in the field of women’s health is desirable.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 2

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

39800 GBP / year

≈ 39800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

18400 GBP / year

≈ 18400 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time

UK: £9,200
International: £19,900

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What this course will give you

The foundation of your career

Employability

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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