Objectives and competences

The ISGlobal-University of Barcelona Diploma of Global Health Fundamentals is a postgraduate course designed for those seeking to acquire the knowledge foundations needed to address health issues from a global and transdisciplinary approach.

The postgraduate Diploma of Global Health Fundamentals consists of the first two modules of the Master of Global Health (Global Health Fundamentals I and II) and requires the completion of 30 ECTS along 5 months of study. It uses a participative methodology based on case studies, problem solving and debate. Diploma graduates may choose to continue their studies and complete the full Master's degree.

Basic information

TypePostgraduate courses
CertificateSpecialization diploma
Faculty or schoolFacultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut
Branch of knowledge
  • Medicine and dentistry
  • Social sciences, social work, industrial relations and human resources, sociology, political science and international relations
  • Biomedical sciences
Mode of deliveryFace-to-face
Credits30
Length of course1 academic year
Language(s) of instructionEnglish
Enrolment fee:First year: 5.250,00 €
An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee
In-company placement(s):No
Classes begin:12/09/2023
E-mailformacion@isglobal.org
Master's degree course homepage www.mastersaludglobal.org
ManagmentCasamitjana Badia, Núria
Open pre-enrolmentNo
Lead to doctoral studiesNo
Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification:Sí, amb crèdits pendents (10% o menys)

Objectives and competences

Objectives

- To be able to analyse the factors that affect the population's health in general, particularly that of the most vulnerable populations.
To understand the complex relations between health and other disciplines such as economics, political sciences and epidemiology.
- To participate in the development of sustainable solutions that contribute to improving quality and access to health, especially in the most disadvantaged populations.
- To work in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement solutions to the main problems and challenges in global health, demonstrating a concern for ethical practice and respect for human rights.

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

- Graduates in health sciences and related disciplines (life sciences, economics, sociology, anthropology, etc.) with an interest in a multidisciplinary global approach to the major challenges of world health.
- Health professionals and other professionals in related disciplines.
- Employees of NGOs, foundations, public-private partnerships and aid agencies.
- Civil servants and academics wishing to broaden their knowledge of global health.

Access requirements:
- University degree, diploma or equivalent university qualification.
- Detailed curriculum vitae and statement of interest.

The diploma will be taught in Spanish and English, depending on the subjects and each of the professors} mother tongues. Most materials and most of the bibliography are in English. As such, students must have a good working knowledge of Spanish and English. If they are not the student's mother tongue, proof of their level must be provided.

Access requirements and conditions

The course is also open to students with no prior university education, who will acquire the same knowledge and skills and receive a specific qualification for their learner group. Information on the access requirements and other conditions can be obtained from the course directors.

Pre-enrolment

Contact us

Faculty or school where the course is taught


Address:Facultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut UB
C/ Casanova 143
Campus Clínic August Pi i Sunyer
08036 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email address:secretariamedicina@ub.edu
Webpage:http://www.ub.edu/medicina
Telephone:934 035 258
Observations:Classes preferably in the morning, from 9 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Depending on the subject, there are sessions and seminars that can be taught from 3.00 to 7 p.m

For further enquiries


Address:Institut de Salut Global de Barcelona - ISGlobal
C/ Rosselló 132, 7a
Campus Casanova
08036 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email address:formacion@isglobal.org
Webpage:www.mastersaludglobal.org
Telephone:+34 686 835 185
Observations:from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (office hours).