Course summary

*Develop the key skills in epidemiology, incident management and leadership, to respond appropriately to emerging and ongoing global public health issues. * You’ll explore the socio-cultural perspectives of global public health phenomena and should develop key skills in epidemiology and incident management. The course:

• offers you a chance to gain a substantive knowledge of key public health perspectives and scenarios

• engages you with key public health principles, interpreting evidence and undertaking a nuanced reading of complex global public health situations

• covers key topics such as epidemiology, incident management, medical anthropology, policy and leadership, policy and legislation.

• Career opportunities: you can expect to graduate with the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of a leader in global public health allowing excellent potential for career progression in a range of national and internationally focused roles. These may include roles in local authorities, NHS trusts, non-government organisations (NGOs), third or private sectors, and academia.

• Industry-standard facilities: including simulation facilities, the Lanchester Library and a virtual learning environment to support an innovative teaching and learning environment.

• Research-informed teaching: a dedicated team of academic staff with their own specialities and research experience will work with you throughout the course.

• Visiting experts series: explore current thinking and contemporary issues from those working in the field, who can provide insights into applying knowledge in a variety of global scenarios.