24 monthsProgramme duration
24,150 EURTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you eager to unravel the complexities of global health challenges like maternal mortality, antibiotic resistance and mental illness?
Do you want to learn how to analyse global health problems and develop solutions? Do you want to contribute to better and more equitable health for all? During the research master’s in Global Health, you will study cross-cutting aspects of health problems and healthcare systems with students from all over the world. You will explore latest developments regarding topics such as infectious and chronic diseases, child and elderly care, and the financial burden of healthcare costs. You will learn to apply inter- and transdisciplinary approaches and a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methods. And you will gain experience in designing, implementing and ‘measuring’ interventions that address complex health challenges.
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you eager to unravel the complexities of global health challenges like maternal mortality, antibiotic resistance and mental illness?
Do you want to learn how to analyse global health problems and develop solutions? Do you want to contribute to better and more equitable health for all? During the research master’s in Global Health, you will study cross-cutting aspects of health problems and healthcare systems with students from all over the world. You will explore latest developments regarding topics such as infectious and chronic diseases, child and elderly care, and the financial burden of healthcare costs. You will learn to apply inter- and transdisciplinary approaches and a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methods. And you will gain experience in designing, implementing and ‘measuring’ interventions that address complex health challenges.
Summer School
Apply to VU Amsterdam Summer School and develop your academic skills in a focused and inspiring study abroad experience.
Admission Requirements
Students must meet the following admission requirements:
1. Academic requirements
Your previous education needs to be deemed equivalent to at least a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree ( wetenschappelijk onderwijs, WO ) obtained at a research university (nominal duration 3 years). We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score.
Students with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the disciplines linked to Global Health are considered (e.g. Medical Biology, Health Sciences, Medical Anthropology, Sociology, Disability Studies, Medicine, Health Economics, Health Management, Pharmacy, Psychology, Nursing, Public Policy).
2. Programme specific requirements
A minimum of 6 ECTS in Epidemiology and/or Statistics (a deficiency in the knowledge of Epidemiology can be compensated by taking additional courses before the commencement of the study)
A high general academic level demonstrated by a minimum undergraduate GPA that is equivalent to a 7.0 in the Dutch grading system .
High motivation: proven by explaining reasons for applying to this Research Master in motivation letter
Social responsibility: proven by comprehensive CV with a list of extra-curricular activities focusing on social responsibility, e.g. volunteer work or other activities showing the social qualities of the student
A sufficient score on the entry examination: this examination consists of an open essay question discussing a Global Health topic, for which some scientific literature and other sources will be provided, and other sources must be located and used by the student to build a clear argument. The exam is received and returned via email.
All candidates for this selective programme are also interviewed online or in person. The interview is primarily concerned with motivation and intended career direction.
Skills
Aptitude for critical analysis and logical thinking
Experience with several scientific disciplines (for instance studying medicine, but doing work with social care during elective)
Excellent social and communication skills (in English)
3. English-language proficiency requirements
You will have to demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency. You can find an overview of relevant information to demonstrate your English language proficiency on the language requirement page .
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