Global Health (research)

During the Research Master Global Health, students from all over the world embark on an intensive study of cross-cutting aspects of health problems and health systems. Students obtain the latest insights into specific topics, such as infectious diseases, NCDs, maternal health and mental health in Master classes, and learn about inter- and transdisciplinary approaches to meeting health-related challenges. They develop the knowledge and skills to use a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methods. Special attention is given to developing students' ability to critically assess research designs and research proposals. They are taught how to design, implement and ‘measure’ interventions that address complex health challenges, and to analyse and compare different health systems. Building on systems thinking and research that combines and transcends individual disciplines, the programme offers an intensive study of multiple aspects of health systems, including burden of disease, finance, regulatory mechanisms, power constellations, the network society and change management.