International Health

Subjects: Healthcare

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

The new post-graduate Master of Science program in International Health (MSc IH) is offered by the Division of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine - Teaching and Training Unit (T&TU) and the CIHLMU Center for International Health. This MSc in International Health is tailored for seasoned health professionals, requiring at least 2 years of prior work experience to ensure participants can fully benefit from this advanced program. The MSc IH addresses health-related challenges in low- and middle-income settings. It adopts an interdisciplinary approach, equipping students with comprehensive knowledge in international and global health. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects including global public health, infectious and non-communicable diseases, chronic diseases, health economics, and politics. Additionally, students will gain proficiency in research methods and skills necessary for conducting research for their MSc thesis. With a diverse group of international participants and small class sizes, the program ensures personalized guidance. Lectures are held in the picturesque city of Munich, fostering an engaging and interactive learning environment. The program emphasizes contemporary research in International Health, encouraging critical appraisal and discussion of relevant topics. This program is designed to be inclusive and supportive, aiming to build a community of knowledgeable and skilled health professionals ready to tackle

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

Proof of English Proficiency: TOEFL 95 - 120; IELTS with at least 6.5 overall (with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements); native speaker (evidenced by passport); or entire academic education in English (evidenced via diploma supplement, transcript or confirmation letter by the respective institution)

Qualification Requirements

Completed, first university degree of min. 240 ECTS credit points in a health-related science (usually equivalent to a full-time, 4-year university degree program with 8 semesters). Applicants who have a qualifying, first degree of six semesters and 180 ECTS credit points may be admitted to the MSc program if they meet additional requirements (i.e. additional courses and/or work experience). If this applies to you, please contact the MSc Program Coordination for further information At least 2 years of relevant, full-time work experience in the health-sector. Relevant internships of longer duration can be considered (provided that they are equivalent to full-time employment) English Language Proficiency: Level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Document Requirements

Checklist for required documents: Application Form (online) Updated Curriculum Vitae Scan of official Academic Certificates and Transcripts (no student copies!) in the following order: Master’s degree (if applicable), Bachelor’s degree, secondary school leaving certificate References proving the applicant's relevant, full time work experience of at least 2 years. Applicants should refer to section 5 in the MSc IH Application Form and to the MSc IH Reference Form for instructions on formal requirements of acceptable references Proof of English Proficiency: TOEFL 95 - 120; IELTS with at least 6.5 overall (with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements); native speaker (evidenced by passport); or entire academic education in English (evidenced via diploma supplement, transcript or confirmation letter by the respective institution) Scan of valid Passport