Objectives and competences

This is an introductory course to Global Mental Health, which aims to be a stimulating forum for discussion on mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) as a global problem in need of local solutions. It combines theoretical sessions with practical exercises based on real-life scenarios. International and European experts from clinical, community, research, public health, and humanitarian settings are participating in a discussion of the main current challenges and priorities in global mental health.

Basic information

TypePostgraduate courses
CertificateAdvanced university course
Coordinating facultyFacultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut
Branch of knowledge
  • Behavioural sciences and psychology
  • Social sciences, social work, industrial relations and human resources, sociology, political science and international relations
  • Medicine and dentistry
Mode of deliveryBlended
Credits3
Length of course1 academic year
Language(s) of instructionEnglish
Enrolment feeFirst year: 570,00 €
An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee
In-company placement(s)No
Start of teaching period13/04/2026
End of teaching period24/04/2026
E-mailformacion@isglobal.org
Webpagewww.isglobal.org
ManagmentCasamitjana Badia, Nuria
Open pre-enrolmentYes
Lead to doctoral studiesNo
Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualificationSí, amb crèdits pendents (10% o menys)

Objectives and competences

Objectives

- To compare and analyse the most appropriate approaches for the development, implementation and evaluation of mental health and psychosocial support programmes.
- To assess the multi-layered, interdisciplinary and intersectoral components in the organization of optimal mental health and psychosocial support services.
- To adopt an integrated view of mental health and psychosocial support as a cross-cutting component in the field of global health.

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

Graduate students and professionals in global health and other related disciplines with an interest in global mental health.

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

Calendar

01/08/2025 23/03/2026

Contact us

Classes


AddressFacultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut
C/ Casanova 143

08036 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email addressformacion@isglobal.org
Webpagewww.isglobal.org
Telephone+34 93 227 1814
ObservationsMonday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 00 p.m.

Further information


AddressISGlobal - Yolanda Amat
C/ Rosselló 132, 7ª

08036 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email addressformacion@isglobal.org
Webpagewww.isglobal.org
Telephone+34 93 227 1814
ObservationsMonday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 00 p.m.

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