Global Health

Health doesn’t exist in isolation – climate change, health inequalities, and changing demographics all shape health outcomes locally and globally. From workforce shortages to the impact of migration and emerging health technologies, global challenges influence every healthcare system. Anyone working in health today, whether in policy, practice, or research, needs a broad understanding of these interconnected issues.

A flexible and engaging online learning experience

Our MSc Global Health programme has been redesigned from the ground up for distance learning, with flexibility and engagement at its core. This isn’t a traditional programme simply moved online – it has been carefully crafted to make the most of digital learning, ensuring a rich and interactive experience that fits around your life.
Through a blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning, you will benefit from the best of both worlds – independent study at your own pace, alongside real-time engagement with leading experts and peers.

Asynchronous content – recorded lectures, readings, and interactive materials – will allow you to explore key topics at a time that suits you.
At the same time, synchronous sessions provide valuable opportunities for live discussion, debate, and collaboration, ensuring you can remain connected with staff and fellow learners.

This approach fosters a global learning community, where diverse perspectives enrich understanding of complex health challenges.
With access to cutting-edge research, expert-led teaching, and a dynamic online environment, this programme equip will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and networks to advance your career – all without the constraints of a traditional classroom or having to step away from your career.

Whoever you are, whatever you do, and wherever you are in the world, the University of Plymouth MSc Global Health programme fits around your life.

Learn from leading global health experts
Our MSc Global Health programme is shaped by experts from the Global Health Collaborative
– a network of academics, clinicians, and professionals tackling global health challenges in real time. Their expertise spans research, policy, and practice, bringing first-hand insight into the complexities of health systems, inequalities, and interventions worldwide.

Through case studies, research-led teaching, and real-world examples, you will engage directly with the issues shaping global health today.

This collaboration also creates opportunities for you to connect with leading voices in the field, expanding professional networks and will expose you to the latest thinking in global health.