Global Health, MS
Explore the sociocultural and evolutionary roots of health and the disparities they create. Trace how biology, culture and history intertwine over time to shape who stays well and who struggles.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
Global Health master's description
The Master of Science program in global health in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change prepares you to improve health for all people, in all places. Rooted in an anthropological and evolutionary approach to health, the program explores how culture, history, biology and the environment interact to shape health outcomes across time and place. Designed as a transdisciplinary and flexible degree, it equips you with the broad, adaptable skillset needed to address today's most pressing global health challenges ranging from emerging infectious diseases to chronic health disparities.
In this program, you gain both foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for impactful global health work. Through coursework that engages global health partners and the applied internship, you engage with critical health issues, including ONE Health, nutrition, maternal and child health, and infectious disease. You also develop cross-cutting competencies in epidemiology; research design; monitoring, evaluation and learning (also known as MEL); the art of crafting policy briefs; qualitative data analysis; and more. The program emphasizes developing sustainable, culturally-appropriate solutions and cultivating the ability to critically assess programs and research within diverse global contexts.
Why study global health at ASU?
In this program, you can shape the degree around you. Sample a menu of options to explore wide-ranging interests, or channel your four open electives toward a specific specialization that matches a clear career vision.
The program was created with a focus on career-integrated learning. In this program, you identify an internship that aligns with your career path and complete a professional deliverable. This can be done remotely or in-person, anywhere in the world. Previous internships have been with national and international corporations, local NGOs; city, county, and state agencies, and networks addressing multi-sectoral issues.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
30 credit hours and a portfolio
Required Core (3 credit hours) Restricted Electives (12 credit hours) Electives or Research (12 credit hours) Other Requirement (3 credit hours) Culminating Experience (0 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
ASM 503 Evolutionary Medicine and Global Health (3)
ASB 455 Practicum for Social Sciences (3)
ASB 457 Global Mental Health (3)
ASB 462 Medical Anthropology: Culture and Health (3)
ASB 494 Topic: Ethnic Disparities and Health (3)
ASB 500 Topic: Qualitative Data Analysis (3)
ASB 500 Topic: Research Design for Global Health (3)
ASB 504 Global Health Policy (3)
ASB 507 Advanced Evolutionary Medicine (3)
ASB 510 Health: Social and Biocultural Theories (3)
ASB 526 Survey Topics in Global Nutrition (3)
ASB 548 Maternal and Child Health (3)
ASB 554 One Health (3)
ASB 598 Topic: Epidemiology in Context (3)
ASB 598 Topic: Monitoring, Evaluating and Learning for Global Health Programs (3)
ASB 598 Topic: Narrative and Science Engagement (3)
ASB 598 Topic: Reproductive Ecology (3)
ASB 584 Internship (3)
portfolio (0)
For restricted electives, students complete at least 12 credit hours from the list above.
What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Model professional and ethical practice when collaborating with partners and stakeholders during their applied global health internship in domestic or international settings.
- Construct strategies to address the social, economic, and environmental determinants of health.
- Appraise the strength of evidence for shaping policy and programmatic decisions.
Model professional and ethical practice when collaborating with partners and stakeholders during their applied global health internship in domestic or international settings.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. All applicants must submit: Additional Application Information Students who have graduated from programs in anthropology, biology, public health, applied mathematics, statistics or in a related social science degree may be particularly well positioned for this program. Applicants with previous degrees in other fields should address in the written statement how their previous studies have prepared them for this program.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | Online | 07/01 | Final* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | Online | 12/01 | Final* |
*A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Admission Services by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Paying for college
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Careers this global health master's degree prepares you for
Graduates of the MS in global health program are well-positioned for careers across a variety of sectors including governmental and policy agencies, domestic and international non-governmental organizations, global research initiatives, and innovative private-sector health companies. Whether advancing policy, evaluating programs, managing health initiatives, or conducting global health research, graduates bring cultural insight and analytical rigor to the work of improving lives worldwide. Common job titles include:
- education lead
- evaluation specialist
- program manager
- research associate
- technical advisor
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School of Human Evolution & Social Change
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SHESC 233
shesc.grad@asu.edu
480-965-6215
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Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
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