Global Health (Online) Queen Margaret University

Overview

The Global Health (Online) at Queen Margaret University provides a comprehensive theoretical and professional analysis of the most pressing challenges in international development and healthcare. This M.Sc. explores how health outcomes are inextricably linked to social determinants and local realities. Students engage in critical debate regarding the impact of public health interventions on equity, access, and quality for diverse communities.

This programme is delivered through a 100% online platform, allowing students to study from any location without the need to attend a physical campus. The curriculum is specifically structured to accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals, offering the flexibility to balance academic ambitions with existing career and family commitments.

Why Global Health (Online) at Queen Margaret University?

• Study with an institution named the Herald Scottish Higher Education Institute of the Year 2025.
• Benefit from a university ranked in the top five in the UK for social inclusion by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
• Access flexible learning with six start dates per year and the option to pay via per-module instalments.
• Learn from a department ranked in the top ten in the UK for Nursing by the Guardian University Guide 2025.
• Engage with a curriculum aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Key Issues in Global and Public Health
• Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Research Methods
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
• Health Systems and Policy
• Development Theory and Practice
• Project Design and Management
• Gender and Sexual & Reproductive Health
• Mental Health and Psychosocial Support

Careers 

Graduates are prepared for leadership and specialist roles within international development agencies, non-governmental organisations, and national health systems. The programme focuses on equipping students with the skills to design, implement, and evaluate health programmes in various global contexts. By mastering project management and research methodologies, alumni can pursue careers dedicated to improving health equity and sustainability worldwide.