Global Mental Health and Wellbeing

Overview

You’ll explore the sociological aspects of mental health and wellbeing, while analysing policies and ethics in a global context. You’ll also expand your knowledge of mental health in the workplace to better support others with their problems.  

You’ll study a range of exciting topics throughout this Global Mental Health and Wellbeing programme from University of Essex Online , including: 

• challenges associated with mental health on a global scale 
• the principles and methods of epidemiology, and how to analyse statistical outcomes in research 
• mental health over the life course, considering psychological stressors from infancy to old age 

Finally, you’ll have the opportunity to conduct your own research project on a topic of interest relevant to the course. 

Why we’re great

• You’ll be assessed through a variety of methods, including peer presentations, discussion forums and written essays. 
• You’ll be able to take a more clinical or holistic pathway, or a combination of both, with a range of optional modules to tailor your learning to your interests. 
• Each module incorporates critical thinking and practical tasks to help develop essential skills for the workplace. 

Your future

As an MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing graduate, combined with your existing knowledge and skills, you will be well prepared to take on roles across a variety of sectors. These include HR Manager, Coach or Mentor, HR Mental Health Lead, Wellbeing Adviser, Commissioning Manager and Policy Adviser. With further training you could also look to be a Specialist Nurse, Health Service Manager or Specialist Mental Health Practitioner.