Graduate Certificate in Global Health Practice in Asia
Date duration
Application Date
1 Apr 2025 to 4 Jul 2025
Programme Period
18 Aug 2025 to 17 Apr 2026
Delivery mode
Program Description
The Graduate Certificate in Global Health Practice in Asia program consists of 4 courses (2 core + 2 electives) with a total of 16 academic units.
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GMS6961
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Practice of Global Health in Asia: An Introduction (Core)
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GMS5151
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Project Evaluation in Global Health (Core)
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GMS5152
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Infectious Diseases in Global Health
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GMS5153
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Non-Communicable Diseases: Building Health Systems Capacity
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GMS5154
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Adolescent Health in Asia
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GMS5155
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Planetary Health: From Analysis to Action
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| GMS5156 | Global Mental Health in Asia
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Core Courses
GMS6961
Practice of Global Health in Asia: An Introduction
Introduction to Global Health is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the main issues related to global health. The course will be global in coverage but with a focus on low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Asia. Attention to socio-economic determinants of health, the imperative for health equity, the role of health systems and the linkages between health and other multidisciplinary aspects will be maintained throughout the course. This course will also provide an overview of the most important health challenges facing the world today.
GMS5151
Project Evaluation in Global Health
Global health projects are complex, and evaluation can be challenging. As such, a comprehensive evaluation is vital for ensuring that projects are on track and poised to achieve intended outcomes or impact. This course introduces the students to the major concepts in the evaluation of global health projects in low and middle income countries (LMICs). After the course, the students will be able to identify different types of evaluations based on the stage of their project, select SMART indicators, design a LogFrame, as well as to develop and assess an evaluation plan using appropriate methodology
Elective Courses
GMS5152
Infectious Diseases in Global Health
The course will provide students with an overview of the emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases globally, with a key focus on the Asian region. It will introduce key transnational and cross border concepts and issues such as One Health, global health security, diagnostics, surveillance & vaccines.
The course will highlight the importance of effective infectious disease policy, risk communication and community engagement for prevention and control of outbreaks. After the course, students will be able to identify the key challenges and opportunities in the prevention and control of infectious diseases globally.
GMS5153
Non-Communicable Diseases: Building Health Systems Capacity
This course provides students with an overview of global burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with a focus on Asia. Students will learn key epidemiological concepts and understand the challenges and opportunities present in the prevention of key NCDs such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases and mental health.
Focusing on health systems, the course will also highlight the implications of NCD patterns and trends on health systems and the need for integrated NCD care. Learners who are keen to learn further about NCD prevention and the implementation and evaluation of the NCD interventions in the region will benefit from the course
GMS5154
Adolescent Health in Asia
Adolescence, a unique phase of human development, with unique patterns of risk and vulnerability relating to puberty, adolescent brain development, social role transitions, and socioeconomic factors. While mental health, accidents, and sexual health have traditionally been identified as adolescent health concerns, new trends including an increase in obesity and related conditions, use of vaping, and increasing ubiquity of social media. Using a holistic life-course approach on the health and well-being of adolescents in Asia and explore the challenges and successes in improving their health through policy, practice and interventions.
GMS5155
Planetary Health: From Analysis to Action
Planetary health is a new field of inquiry, and arena for action that recognizes the inextricable link between the health of people and that of the planet. Students will be introduced to planetary health’s scientific and ethical basis; exposed to pressing planetary health issues such as climate change, food insecurity, and urban pollution; and equipped with knowledge and skills for creating planetary health solutions in various policy, economic, and advocacy arenas
GMS5156
Global Mental Health in Asia
Global Mental Health in Asia will provide learners with a foundational understanding of mental health across its spectrum in the Asian context. The course will focus on the specific challenges faced in Asia, explore promising Asian-led solutions, and engage with dedicated Asian stakeholders. It will address key considerations for identifying needs and gaps, assessing current global and regional strategies, and developing innovative and contextually relevant solutions to bolster mental health in the region.
Individual course costs $5,400.00 subject to prevailing GST.
Note
- Student Service Fee (SSF): Students are required to pay an additional SGD25.70 per semester. In the event that students do not take any courses that semester, they would not have to pay this fee.
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Please note that the Tuition Fee and Student Services Fee (SSF) are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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All requests for withdrawal must be received 6 weeks before the start of the course. Late withdrawals will be subjected to payment of the FULL course fees. Any access to learning materials (online preparatory materials and course materials) will be considered as participation and no refunds will be allowed.