An Introduction to Global Health
This course will provide you with an overview of the most important health challenges facing the world today. You will gain insight into how challenges have changed over time, we will discuss the likely determinants of such changes and examine future projections. Successful international strategies and programs promoting human health will be highlighted and global health governance structures will be mapped and the role of the key actors explored.
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Defining and Measuring Global Health
Week 2
Infectious Diseases
Week 3
Non-Communicable Diseases and Injuries
Week 4
Maternal and Child Health
Week 5
Environment, Climate and Migration
Week 6
Food and Water
Week 7
Health Systems and Global Health Governance
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
Very interesting course. The classes discuss broad topics with excellent specialists in different fields. I do recommend this course to anyone interested in Public Health.
Great course. I will keep in touch with the research of the University of Copenhagen through their newsletter. Hope our paths cross again. Thank you.
It is an excellent course and valuable performance by the University of Copenhagen, exploring the core problems of public health worldwide.
Great overview course, wide variety of topics and lecturers. Highly recommend for anyone seeking an introduction to the study of global health.
