University of Oxford
Modelling for Global Health MSc
University of Oxford

Key Course Facts

Course Description

The MSc in Modelling for Global Health is a full-time one-year programme which will train a new generation of mathematical modellers with cutting edge multi-disciplinary skills to support global health decision making processes at sub-national, national and international levels.

The course will aim to develop your:

repertoire of skills in mathematical and economic modelling including, for example, scientific programming, global health financing, genetics and evolution, spatial analysis and model fitting, related cutting-edge bioinformatics and analytics

breadth of knowledge of current challenges and issues in global health

range of techniques and tools for communication with key stakeholders from policy, implementation, commercial and research sectors.

Course Structure

Core Modules

The first term will consist of topics on research methods, an overview of major global health challenges and foundations of mathematics required. Modules include:

  • Mathematics for modellers
  • Introduction to R for modellers
  • Medical Statistics
  • Foundations in Global Health
  • Research Skills and Professional practice
  • Introduction to Health Economics
  • Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases
  • Model Communication

Optional Modules

During the second term, in addition to some continued core content, you will select three optional modules for further study, including:

  • Spatial Analysis of Public Health Data
  • Global Health Financing
  • Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Modelling
  • Model Fitting and Uncertainty
  • Malaria Modelling for Strategy Design
  • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution for Infectious Diseases Modellers
  • Individual based models in C
  • Translational Science and Policy Analysis

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 7.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
    • (no subscore less than 6.0)
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Modelling for Global Health, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

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About University of Oxford

The University of Oxford is a prestigious research university located in Oxford, England, and is the oldest English language university in the world. It is made up of 39 partly autonomous constituent colleges, six private halls, and a variety of academic departments which are split into four divisions: Humanities, Mathematical, Physical & Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, and Social Sciences.

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Student composition of University of Oxford

Total number of students enrolled at University of Oxford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
12425
postgraduates:
9785
Total:
22210
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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