Short Course An Introduction to Global Health
University of WinchesterDistanced Learning, United Kingdom
Course overview
This short course identifies why health has improved in many countries of the world but not in others and provides a framework to help us make a difference. The course identifies the world agenda that will achieve a sustainable planet and good health for all, but notes that this is not inevitable and relies on humans choosing this direction of travel.
Key highlights
- Explores why health has improved in some countries but not others
- Provides a practical framework for making a difference in global health
- Examines the world agenda for a sustainable planet and health for all
- Meets Academy of Medical Royal Colleges global health recommendations for clinicians
- Covers domains of the Planetary Health Education Framework
Entry requirements
- Other English test — No International Entry Requirements for this course. This course is available for health care professionals.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
Tuition fees, a monthly stipend, travel costs to and from the UK, an arrival allowance, a homeward departure allowance, one visa application, and a travel grant to attend Chevening events in the UK.
International Student Scholarship - Postgraduate
Value: £5,000
Up to £5,000International Student Scholarship – Undergraduate
Value: £4,000
Up to £4,000Students Seeking Asylum
Careers this course leads to
- Global Health Officer
- Public Health Practitioner
- Health Promotion Specialist
- International Development Worker
- Health Policy Officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £150
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Winchester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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