Applied Global Health Queen Margaret University

Overview

The MSc Applied Global Health at Queen Margaret University is a postgraduate taught degree that equips you with the knowledge and skills to understand and address health challenges affecting populations worldwide. The programme covers core topics such as global health systems, epidemiology, health policy, disease prevention, health inequalities and sustainable development, combining theoretical insight with practical, real-world approaches. You’ll learn to apply evidence-based methods to analyse global health problems and design solutions that improve health outcomes across diverse settings, from low-resource communities to developed health systems.

Why Applied Global Health at Queen Margaret University?

Queen Margaret University (QMU) is renowned for its commitment to addressing global health issues, as evidenced by its recognition as the Herald Scottish Higher Education Institute of the Year 2025. The university's Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD) offers a unique environment for students to engage with pressing health challenges. With strong partnerships with various health organisations, QMU provides invaluable access to industry connections and expertise, ensuring students gain practical insights and a robust understanding of health systems.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

For the M.Sc. in Applied Global Health, the tuition fees are structured as follows:

• National Students: £8,600 per year
• International Students: £19,280 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The course structure includes a variety of modules that cover essential aspects of global health. For the PgCert, students will complete 60 credits from the following modules:

• Key Concepts in Health and Development
• Key Methods in Health and Development
• Key Practice in Health and Development
• Gender and Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Gender and Sexual Health Rights in Action
• Health Systems in Fragile Settings
• Health Systems and Policy
• Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
• Project Design and Management
• Introduction to Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
• Applied Approaches to Climate and Health

For the PgDip, students will complete three core modules and choose additional electives. The M.Sc. culminates in a dissertation project that involves either a desk-based study or fieldwork.

Careers with Applied Global Health

Graduates of the M.Sc. in Applied Global Health are well-prepared for diverse career paths, including roles as global health practitioners, senior health managers, or policy advisors. Many alumni find positions within local health departments, non-governmental organisations, and international bodies such as the World Health Organization. The course equips students with the necessary skills to tackle health challenges in various contexts, making a significant impact on health policy and practice globally.