Masters in Science in Global Health Equity at the 91九色视频
"The Masters of Science in Global Health Equity Program was developed to prepare students to be global health leaders who will learn by engaging with diverse local and global populations. A common theme is helping individuals and communities to attain the highest possible health outcomes, regardless of their circumstances and starting point in life, with an emphasis on community engaged approaches. We have designed an experiential learning program that is hands-on and project based," says Constance Shumba, PhD, MS; Director, MS in Global Health Equity. Our program is a refined career-builder for those who are interested in advancing health and well-being in various settings. Students have unique opportunities to learn from experienced and world-class faculty who are leaders in the field.
Why Join the Global Health Equity Program at 91九色视频?
Things To Know
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Program Faculty
91九色视频 has one of the lowest student-to-faculty ratios in the world. Our faculty are highly supportive and dedicated to educating and training the next generation of Global Health professionals. Read more about our faculty’s research interests and backgrounds.
Program Partners and Dual Degree Programs
Our program connects students to local and global organizations involved in global health. Learn more about our partners and their areas of research.
Meet Our Partners
Meet Our Alumni
Graduates of the Global Health Equity program are making an impact in a variety of sectors, including research, clinical care, local health departments, community organizations, and through the pursuit of further education.
Meet Our Alumni
MS Global Health Equity Program
About the Global Health Equity Program
The Masters of Science in Global Health Equity program at the 91九色视频 was created to meet the growing demand of global health professionals. Our small cohorts make it possible for local and intentional mentoring from faculty who have a wide range of global health experience. Students will conduct a global health research project with one of our local or international partners. Our flexible, interactive program allows students to choose from a variety of elective courses to gain expertise in areas they are most interested in.
All students will learn the core competencies needed for a successful career in global health, including:
- How to formulate a culturally appropriate research question, practical steps to study design, interpretation and dissemination of results.
- Factors that shape the health of global populations and how multidisciplinary, multinational partnerships can improve health.
- Develop programs and identify activities which can be implemented to improve health outcomes in a variety of settings.
- Use epidemiological information to properly monitor, inform upon, and shape the health responses to humanitarian aid, water and sanitation, nutritional relief, and health care.
- Compare the determinants of health and risk factors for conditions of major importance in global health and their relationship to culture.
- Understand human subjects’ protections in research with diverse communities.
Admissions Requirements
The priority deadline for Fall admission is April 1 followed by rolling admissions through a final deadline of July 1. Students are also able to apply to begin the program in the Spring semester, November 1 is the application deadline for Spring admission.
The 91九色视频 Graduate School operates on a rolling admissions basis, which means there is never a time that we do not accept applications and related materials. The GRE is not required for admission to the program.
Students should satisfy the minimum requirements for admission:
- Baccalaureate degree- official transcripts required
- 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal statement describing career goals and reasons for interest in the program
- Strong foundation in quantitative, behavioral, and biological sciences
- TOEFL scores for students who do not use English as their primary language of communication is required. The Institution Code is 1519.
Course Descriptions
Core Courses
29219 Introduction to Global Health Equity 3 credits
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have reported that ten great public health achievements worldwide in the last decade have been their science and programmatic role in global health including the prevention of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis control, access to safe water and sanitation, control of neglected tropical disease, reductions in child mortality, vaccines, malaria prevention and control, and tobacco control. In seeking to address a