MSc in International Health and Tropical Medicine
About the course
The MSc in International Health and Tropical Medicine (IHTM) is a full-time one-year multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary programme examining major challenges to the health of populations in resource-limited contexts.
The course aims to develop students':
- capacity to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams to tackle health challenges in resource-limited settings
- ability to apply an ethical approach to address inequities
- foundational skills in research techniques applied in the analysis of global health challenges
- capacity to critically appraise evidence in global health
- skills and practical experience in research
After completing the course, students continue to advance their knowledge, understanding and skills in research or professional practice in the field of global health. Read more about the impact of IHTM.
This is a course for talented global health change makers. We provide future leaders with a strong foundation to critically engage with the range of evidence informing global health decisions. We also support the development of soft skills in communication, management and teamwork to further enhance the impact our graduates have in their respective contexts.
Professor Proochista Ariana, IHTM Course Director
Awards
IHTM prides itself on the quality of its teaching, and we continually innovate our content and delivery. Our teaching has been recognised with 13 awards.
IHTM Vision
Developing an international network of global health leaders collaborating to advance sustainable, intersectoral solutions to address persistent and emerging public health challenges.
IHTM Mission
Educating professionals committed to leading positive change in low resource contexts. Providing them with the skills and opportunities to collaborate across cultural and disciplinary boundaries to identify and develop creative solutions for existing and emerging national, regional and/or global health challenges.
Contact us
If you wish to find out more about the course or have any other general enquiries, contact msc.ihtm@ndm.ox.ac.uk