Learn from a network of leading institutions in Global Health and improve health for people around the world...
- Dates
- September - July
- Lloc
- Barcelona, and other locations based on tropEd mobility credits
- Preu
- University of Barcelona-ISGlobal core course 190 EUR/credit (tuition cost 2024-25 academic year)
- Llengua
- English
- Crèdits
- 60 ECTS
Like the Master of Global Health programme, the tropEd Master of Global Health is a interdisciplinary University of Barcelona-specific programme that will allow you to acquire the knowledge and develop the skills and capacities you need to tackle current global health challenges.
Candidates for the tropEd Master of Global Health have the opportunity to experience a wide range of research and study environments and to select Advanced Topics courses from a list of more than 100 options when they enroll in tropEd accredited courses at other member institutions. In addition, candidates are invited to participate in special tropEd student activities and events.
Graduates who have successfully completed tropEd Master’s degree requirements and have at least one year of relevant professional experience (see guidelines) can additionally apply for the tropEd recognition.
Objectives
By the end of the programme you will be able to:
- Analyse the factors that affect the health of the global population, with emphasis on the most vulnerable groups
- Evaluate the complex relationship between health and other areas, such as economics, politics, anthropology, social, and environmental sciences
- Design effective and sustainable solutions to address health equity in a globalised world
Opportunities
Designed for students and professionals from diverse backgrounds (health and life sciences, social sciences, law and economics, etc.) who want to develop a career in the field of global health in:
- International organisations
- NGOs
- Ministries of health
- Cooperation and development agencies
- Public-private partnerships
- Academic institutions
- Other stakeholders of the global health international community
The tropEd Master of Global Health is intended for professionals who wish to work in their field of study and does not offer access to doctoral studies.
Organisation
The ISGlobal-University of Barcelona tropEd Master of Global Health is carried out in collaboration with academic institutions, research centres and NGOs in the health sector.
Our faculty come from diverse disciplines and have extensive experience working in global health with internationally recognised universities, research centres and public-private partnerships. Professors bring their real world experience as professionals and leaders in the field, to our classrooms.
Collaborators
Entry requirements
- Undergraduate degree, preferably in health or life sciences or social sciences.
- At least one year of professional experience, preferably related to global health (internship and volunteer experience will be considered).
- Advanced level of English (if not a native English speaker, candidates need to provide an Internationally recognized English proficiency certificate equivalent to a TOEFL score of 550 paper/213 internet/80 online, or IELTS score 6.).
We also value:
- Previous professional or voluntary experience in low- and middle-income countries/settings and/or with vulnerable populations / communities
- Exposure to multicultural environments
Application
Interested candidates for the tropEd Master of Global Health must complete the application form and attach the following documentation:
- A current C.V. clearly stating academic qualifications and work experience.
- A letter of motivation explaining their interest in Global Health, including past or current experience (academic and/or professional), highlighting specific areas of professional interest, and addressing their interest in the tropEd programme specifically.
Candidates who meet entry requirements will be invited to an admissions interview.
Academic year 2025-26 Admissions Calendar
First Application Period: From 16 September to 22 November 2024
Notification of the admission: 20 December 2024
Second Application Period: From 23 November 2024 to 17 January 2025
Notification of the admission: 21 February 2025
Third Application Period: From 18 January to 21 March 2025
Notification of the admission: 25 April 2025
Applications received after 21 March 2025 will be reviewed on a rolling basis depending on the places available in the programme.
