What is the Online Master of Science in Global Health?

The online Master of Science (MS) in Global Health at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health is a Master’s program that prepares students to make a difference on a global scale.

Interdisciplinary in nature and taught by Dornsife's highly respected faculty, this program is designed to help students gain a broad understanding of global health with a focus on issues like:

• Urban and Environmental Health
• Maternal and Child Health
• Human Rights
• Social Justice
• Ethics

Why Pursue an MS in Global Health at Drexel Dornsife?

Online students learn from the same faculty as their peers on-campus. The online MS in Global Health program provides you with the flexibility, resources, and skills that you need to advance your career as a global health professional:

Flexibility: No residency component required

Convenience: Can be completed in 12 months (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)

Affordability: Online students receive tuition savings compared to Drexel's regular tuition rate and are eligible for financial aid

Student support: Online students have access to many of Drexel University's resources, including the library, writing center, and career services.

Reputation: U.S. News & World Report ranks Dornsife the #1 graduate school of public health in Philadelphia and tied for #22 in the country. Dornsife is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

Students will learn to act ethically and think creatively to find solutions to global health issues, all while analyzing national and international health systems and finding the best ways to engage with vulnerable communities.

The program will prepare students to:

• Analyze the roles, relationships, and resources of the entities influencing global health
• Apply ethical approaches in global health research and practice
• Apply monitoring and evaluation techniques to global health programs, policies, and outcomes
• Propose sustainable and evidence-based multi-sectoral interventions, considering the social determinants of health specific to the local area
• Design sustainable workforce development strategies for resource-limited settings
• Display critical self-reflection, cultural humility, and ongoing learning in global health

Read more about the Online MS in Global Health on the Drexel University Online website.

Master of Science in Global Health Online Admissions

The Dornsife School of Public Health seeks students with intellectual and interpersonal competencies as well as those with potential for leadership. We have set a high priority on establishing a student body that is representative of the nation's population. We strive to recruit and to admit applicants from underrepresented minority groups who can contribute to the richness of our student population and to that of the nation's public health professionals.

To be considered for the Online MS in Global Health program, students should have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent international institution. A GPA of at least 3.0 is preferred.

Applicants will need to submit the following:

• Online application
• Official transcripts from every college-level institution you attended (academic records from institutions outside the U.S. must undergo a credentials evaluation)
• English proficiency test score (TOEFL or IELTS), if applicable
• Two letters of recommendation
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Statement of Purpose and Objectives

Applications for the online Master’s in Global Health program do not require the GRE.

To learn more about admission and application requirements, visit Drexel University Online.

Masters' in Global Health Online Curriculum

The program is designed for those who want to study both the theory and practice of global health, with a focus on issues such as:

• Urban health
• Environmental health
• Maternal and child health
• Human rights
• Social justice
• Ethics

Required Courses

• BST 571 Introduction to Biostatistics - 3 credits
• CHP 607 Public Health Ethics - 3 credits
• CHP 660 Global Health Ethics - 1.5 credits
• CHP 661 Monitoring and Evaluation in Global Health Programs and Advocacy - 1.5 credits
• CHP 673 Process Monitoring and Outcomes Evaluation for Community Health Programs - 3 credits
• EOH 560 Overview of Issues in Global Health - 3 credits
• EPI 570 Introduction to Epidemiology - 3.5 credits
• HMP 603 Health Systems Policy Analysis - 3 credits

Earn a minimum of 45 quarter credits to complete this degree program.

Learn more about the Master of Science in Global Health Online Courses and Curriculum.

Master's in Global Health Career Options

A Master’s Degree in Global Health can prepare students for a variety of career paths, including local and international research, policy, and program management.

Careers of global health professionals include:

• Global health educator
• Global health program manager
• Health communications manager
• Health services manager
• Research associate
• Policy analyst

As global health faces challenges on many fronts, today's employers are seeking out trained practitioners. Global health experts will be at the forefront of analyzing and addressing the most pressing public health issues facing the world today.