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Study Details: 2 Year
Our first online postgraduate course is an innovative two‑year part-time programme combining the flexibility of online learning with two one-week residentials at the University of Oxford, offering students a unique opportunity to connect in person with peers and leading academics.
Designed for those passionate about improving women’s health worldwide, the course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and global perspective needed to tackle pressing health challenges facing women across diverse settings.
To apply, you should have a strong academic background, typically holding a first-class or upper second-class undergraduate degree (or an equivalent international qualification). We welcome applicants from a wide range of relevant fields, including:
Medicine and Public Health
Allied Health Professions (such as nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, pharmacology, and ultrasonography)
International Development and other social sciences (like political science)
If your degree is from the USA, a minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 is required. For applicants from other countries, please visit our International Qualifications page for guidance on the qualifications and grades required.
Additionally, you are required to have at least 1-2 years of experience in a field related to Global Women’s Health. This can include formal employment, internships, or unpaid work.
Scientific publications are not expected but will be viewed favourably.
Your experience, along with your academic record, should demonstrate your commitment to the field of Global Women's Health.
Year one
Residential 1: Introduction to Global Women’s Health
Core Module 1: Sexual & Reproductive Health and rights (SRHR)
Core Module 2: Maternal & Neonatal Health (MNH)
Core Module 3: Women’s health: Climate, Conflict & Migration (CC&M)
Core Module 4: Advocacy, Leadership, Policy & Practice for Women & Girls (P&P)
Year two
Residential 2: Introduction to Research Skills and Dissertation
Core Module 5: Integrated Research Skills for Global Women’s Health
Option Modules (choose from):
Module 6: Women’s Mental Health: Global Challenges
Module7: Women and Cancer: The Global Picture
Module 8: Innovation in Women’s Health
Module 9: Menstrual Disorders: Global Trends and Solutions
Module 10: Infertility: A Global Perspective
Module 11: Practical Skills in Obstetric Ultrasound with Certification*
*The Obstetric Ultrasound module requires a four-week residential. This is only open to students with a clinical background, and admission is restricted and competitive.
Please note: The structure of this Master’s programme, including the timing of individual modules, are subject to change. Modules may be re-sequenced (for example, a module currently offered in Year Two may be delivered in Year One) in response to staff expertise, emerging research, or market and academic demands. These adjustments ensure the programme remains current, responsive, and of the highest academic quality.
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