CAS Global Health Concepts and Research (CAS GHCR)
Certificate of Advanced Studies

Overview

Degree: CAS
Credits: 14 ECTS
Next start: 05.04.2027
Duration: Full-time: 6 weeks / part-time: max. 3 years
Fee: CHF 6,600 full-time / CHF 7,500 part-time
Language: Englisch

The «CAS Global Health Concepts and Research (CAS GHCR)» provides international participants with an in-depth understanding of global health.

You will develop the competencies to collect, analyse, and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data relevant to improving health and health care in low- and middle-income societies. You will also acquire skills and knowledge to identify, understand and address interrelated determinants of health and major health problems of populations from a cross-sectoral and transdisciplinary perspective in low- and middle-income settings and at the global level.

With a focus on practical application and interactive training, participants in the CAS GHCR benefit from interaction with experts from various fields and with the international and diverse student body participating in the full-time Diploma of Advanced Studies Global Health Systems and Management (DAS GHSM).

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CAS Global Health Concepts and Research (CAS GHCR)

Structure

The CAS GHCR starts with an introductory online module, followed by 3 on-site modules of 2 weeks each. The programme can be completed full-time in 6 weeks or modularly over 2 or 3 years. Starting with Module 1: Foundations of Global Public Health is recommended but not mandatory.

After successful completion, you can easily progress to the DAS Global Health Systems and Management (DAS GHSM) by taking the CAS Health Systems and Management (CAS HSM) and the final DAS assignment.

Target audience

The CAS Global Health Concepts and Research is designed for professionals who want to better understand global health challenges and learn how research can help analyse and address them. It is particularly relevant for those who want to develop their ability to critically assess health information and evidence and apply these insights in their work.

Participants come from a variety of professional backgrounds and countries. Most are trained health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, midwives and pharmacists, but participants from other disciplines, including business and social sciences, also contribute to the diversity of the class.

Participants must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a health-related field, at least two years' work experience and demonstrate an adequate level of English (minimum B2; TOEFL paper 550/TOEFL computer 213/TOEFL internet 79 - 80/IELTS 6.0 or native speaker or university degree in English with written proof). In justified exceptional cases, candidates who do not meet the standard admission requirements may be admitted based on an appropriate professional background and relevant qualifications (sur dossier).

Director(s) of Studies

Dr. Karin Gross

Course starts on:: Monday, 05.04.2027
Course ends on:: Friday, 14.05.2027
: Program starts from March/April – May/June each year

CAS Global Health Concepts and Research (CAS GHCR)
Certificate of Advanced Studies

Overview