Graduate Certificate in Global Health

About the program

The Graduate Certificate in Global Health Program is an interdisciplinary certification that is available to all graduate students enrolled at the Texas A&M University campus in College Station. Its purpose is to teach graduate students about global perspectives on public health, encourage them to consider careers in a variety of settings around the world, and to promote research and innovation in addressing the myriad public health problems seen around the world.

With a cross-disciplinary perspective, students are assured of receiving a broad understanding of global health challenges and opportunities.

Completed coursework may be applied to degree-seeking pathways depending on grade received.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

• Describe health systems in a variety of countries around the world
• Explain social and environmental impacts on health from a social ecological perspective
• Explain the impact of various environmental contamination sources on health
• Compare and contrast leading causes of morbidity and mortality among countries around the world
• Apply new knowledge in a practice setting

Eligibility

Applicants must be a graduate student in a degree seeking program at Texas A&M University.

Dates and Deadlines

All certificate programs have rolling deadlines.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit the following:

1. Certificate Program Application
2. Personal Statement
3. Resume sent by email to SPH-GSS@tamu.edu