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International Health – (M.Sc.)
University of Cumbria
Health and Social Care| Application Deadline: | No deadline | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 3,940 - ≈ € 10,410 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Lancaster / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 180 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Cumbria
Recent global phenomena such as increased migration, demographic change, epidemiological transition, globalisation, the development of digital communications networks and political conflict around the world have contributed to an increasing need to understand the international context of public health for practitioners in the UK and abroad.
By providing a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of international health this programme aims to meet the need for UK-based practitioners and students of public health to understand the international influences on public health in the UK and abroad. The programme also provides an opportunity for international students and practitioners to study, analyse and critically evaluate public health challenges in their own region and within an international context.
Contents
Develop your understanding of a range of international health issues by exploring social, cultural, economic, political and environmental influences shaping population health around the world. You will develop and master the analytical skills required to unravel and respond to complex issues in international health improvement. We help you gain practical research and development skills that you can use in multi-cultural health work and in a variety of international settings.
The course draws on theoretical perspectives on health and wellbeing from various disciplines in the humanities and social sciences.
Modules
Year 1
RPHH7308 Health Improvement and Social Change
RPHH7309 Global Issues and Health Improvement
RPHH7313 Health in Transition
Year 2
RPHH7314 Globalisation, Migration and Change
RPHH7310 Research Methods Choice Module (20 credits)
The choice modules are—
RPHH7315 International Health Project
RPHH7312 Collaborative Action for Health
RPHH7311 Participatory Health Needs Appraisal Year
3RPHH7310 Dissertation (International) (60 credits)
Resources and facilities
A feature of this programme is the inclusion of international associates based in Brazil, USA and Kyrgyzstan within our core team. Our international associates have worked with us on various research and development programmes in recent years and have generously offered to support your learning during this programme by contribution to online discussion forums and providing support for students studying topics linked to their geographical, professional or academic experiences.
International associates will primarily contribute via online forums and discussions but may also contribute to classroom-based study during research visits to the university in the future. Their contribution also provides you with access to an international multi-professional, multicultural academic expert community.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
1st or 2nd class honours degree
Students with other qualifications may be admitted to the course via APL procedures
Selection criteria
You will need to demonstrate an interest in health and or social care or international studies.
Students must also confirm with the course leader that they have reliable access to essential IT equipment, software and internet services before commencing a distance learning programme of study. Students will need to demonstrate a level of ICT skills sufficient to enable them to access, navigate and contribute to online activities. Details of basic hardware and software requirements are available from the course leader.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
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