BASc(GHD UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
D) The BASc(GHD) equips students with interdisciplinary knowledge and competencies essential for assuming leadership roles. These skills are critical in developing sustainable solutions for today’s rapidly-evolving and ever-challenging global health and development landscape. BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
The BASc(GHD) encompasses: Basic to intermediate level courses across multiple Faculties (Architecture, Business and Economics, Law, Medicine, Science, Social Sciences) Programme Features The Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Global Health and Development [BASc(GHD)] is a fouryear undergraduate programme, with a particular focus on the interdisciplinary study in the context of global health and development. This programme is intended to nurture future leaders with a diverse set of knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Broad in scope, our well-designed curriculum is delivered in partnership with Faculties across HKU, including Architecture, Business and Economics, Law, Science, and Social Sciences. This allows students to develop a core body of knowledge from a multidisciplinary and international perspective. Aside from building knowledge and academic credibility, the programme encourages the development of practical skills applicable in today’s highly competitive job market. This is why as part of the programme, students are required to gain practical work experience by undertaking a 6-month field placement supported by experts and mentors in global health and development organisations. Advanced seminars Field placement in one of the global health and development organisations Mentorship on career choices and leadership BASc courses on leadership and big data analytics Programme Aims and Objectives 02 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
Field Placement As stated in our aims and objectives, the programme features a 6-month field placement, during which students can gain real-life exposure to tackle challenges as well as the mentorship opportunity from leading global health and development organisations such as UN agencies, NonGovernmental Organisations (NGOs), Contract Research Organisations (CROs), philanthropic foundations and more. In addition to offering expert guidance and professional training workshops, HKU provides scholarships to support students during their placements. The past year has seen BASc(GHD) students undertake their placements in locations across the world, where they contributed to projects delving into the breadth and depth of today’s global health and development challenges. Through participation, our students got the chance to work on and compile global-level policy reports for international organisations; work at the interface of international and national policy formulation; explore the role of the private sector and the application of innovative technology in making impacts; and work with NGOs for direct connection with societal communities and for the betterment of the lives of people in need. Jamie Wan BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2024 Dickson Tong BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2023 Field Placement at UNICEF (New York) Project Officer, GX Foundation After spending six months in New York and working as a fellow in UNICEF, I can say without a doubt that it has been an incredible journey. I had the opportunity to meet many interesting people and earn many unique experiences. The whole journey really gave me insights into how these organisations have been running and making their contributions to global health, which in turn solidified my passion for global health and development, and my goals. The interdisciplinary knowledge gained through the BASc(GHD) programme, combined with valuable overseas global health experiences, has enabled me to cultivate a holistic perspective for addressing global health challenges. The practical skills I've acquired have equipped me to effectively carry out various tasks in my career, and have supported my aspiration to contribute to the field of medical humanitarian responses in the future. 03 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Student Placement New York UNICEF – Public Partnerships Division 2024 2023 2022 2022 UNICEF – Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response Section UN Development Programme – Human Development Report Office UN Headquarters – Statistics Division, Department Economic and Social Affairs UNICEF – Generation Unlimited São Tomé UN Development Programme – Social and Health Unit, GOVREC (Governance and Capacity Building) 2024 2023 UN Development Programme – Strategic and Policy Unit Istanbul 2022 UN Development Programme – HIV, Health and Development Geneva 2024 2023 2022 International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Bologna 2024 Rizzoli Orthopaedics Institute For more information and blog posts on Field Placement 04 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
Bangkok Asia-Pacific Coalition for Male Sexual Health OOCA Thailand National Health Foundation 2024 2023 2024 2023 2022 2022 Community Partners International China Medical Board Beijing China CDC - Center for Global Public Health 2024 2024 2023 UN Development Programme China Office Karachi 2024 Aga Khan University Seoul 2024 JW LEE Center for Global Medicine Taipei 2024 2023 2022 Amarex Clinical Research Phnom Penh 2024 University of Hong Kong- China Medical Board-National Institute of Public Health Project Hong Kong 2024 2023 2023 2022 World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) EmpowerU Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong, Vientiane & Phnom Penh 2024 2023 GX Foundation Shanghai 2024 2023 2023 China CDC – National Institute of Parasitic Diseases ORBIS China Mumbai 2024 Desh Apnayen Kuala Lumpur 2023 International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Daisen City 2024 Non-Profit Organization HIKIYA Jakarta Singapore 2024 2023 2024 2023 2022 2023 UN Development Programme – Health Governance Initiative Cluster HealthServe Speedoc 05 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Challenges ranging from combating chronic and infectious diseases; the development of better and more accessible health systems; the reduction of poverty and inequities; the consequences of societal and conflict-related displacement; to the existential planetary threats of climate change are on the agenda of modern health and development. To tackle such complexities in a rapidly evolving landscape, all of them not only require approaches taking the human health development of communities and countries as a whole into consideration, but also a combination of cross-disciplinary ideas. The BASc(GHD) was then created to better prepare the next generation of leaders to work on (and solve) such incredibly important challenges. In GHD lectures, activities such as the student-led panel and simulations have encouraged me to be open-minded and creative. The great number of discussions have stimulated critical thinking. I've also realised the importance of leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration. Zoe Chan BASc(GHD) Year 2 Why was the BASc(GHD) created 06 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
Professor Pui Hong Chung Assistant Dean (Health Sciences Admissions) Clinical Associate Professor of Practice and BASc(GHD) Programme Director, School of Public Health We are right here to help you discover the ambition of this programme and stand by you in preparing your lifelong career. Welcome to the journey from Pokfulam to the world! 07 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
At the core of our programme is a 96-credit interdisciplinary major hosted by the LKS Faculty of Medicine in collaboration with the Faculties of Architecture; Business and Economics; Law; Science; and Social Sciences. A total of four anchoring courses must be completed, one in each year of study. Each adopts a casebased problem-solving approach to assist students to navigate the interconnection and interplay among various academic disciplines. These courses include: Three BASc Core Courses will be offered in Year 1 and Year 2 to cultivate students’ interdisciplinary mindset, nurture their leadership and advocacy talents, and hone their skills in the field of cutting-edge big data sciences. These courses include: The programme highlights a 6-month field placement. Students can gain exposure to real-life challenges as well as the mentorship opportunity from leading global health and development organisations such as UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Contract Research Organisations (CROs), philanthropic foundations and more. In addition to offering expert guidance and professional training workshops, HKU provides scholarships to support students during their placements. · Foundations in Global Health and Development · Globalisation and Health · Leadership and Advocacy in Global Health and Development · Global Health Policy · Sustainable Leadership · Approaching Interdisciplinarity: Knowledge Beyond Disciplines · Data Science 101 Anchoring Courses BASc Core Courses Field Placement / Capstone Interdisciplinary Major 08 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
· Politics, Policy-making and Governance · Roles and Jurisdictions of Multinational and International Organisations Topics such as: · Universal Health Coverage · Pandemics and Emergencies · Food Systems · Healthy Cities · Sustainable Development Global Governance and Multinational Institutions In-depth Study – Advanced Seminars Advanced Learning Blocks · Economics and Finance · Globalisation · Interpretation of Statistics · Research Methods · Global Health Governance · International Law · Social and Cultural Priorities · Major Global Trends · Economics of Development · International Relations · Politics and International Trade · Population Growth and Development · Epidemiology · Global Burden of Disease · Health and Healthcare Systems · Planetary Health · Risk Prevention and Risk Reduction · Principles of Public Health Arts and Sciences Global and National Issues Global Development Global Health Foundational Learning Blocks 09 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Approaching Interdisciplinarity: Knowledge Beyond Disciplines Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics Foundations in Global Health and Development Common Core Courses Globalisation and Health Health Economics and Evaluation Sustainable Leadership Elective Courses Capstone in Global Health and Development (Field Placement) (cont’d) Global Health Policy Disciplinary Core Course Elective Courses 6 6 6 12 30 30 36 12 36 36 30 30 Total 66 Credits Total 66 Credits Total 66 Credits Total 42 Credits 6 6 6 12 12 6 6 24 6 6 6 6 12 6 6 6 6 12 6 6 18 6 24 Introductory Economics and Finance Health Systems and Financing Chinese Language Enhancement Course Data Science 101 Common Core Courses Research Methods in Medicine and Health Sciences Global Health Governance Disciplinary Core Course English in the Discipline Course Elective Courses Leadership and Advocacy in Global Health and Development Disciplinary Core Course Elective Courses Disciplinary Core Course Elective Courses International Exchange (optional) Capstone in Global Health and Development (Field Placement） ^ Subject to change Exam Exam Exam Exam Exam Exam Exam Exam SEP - NOV Credits Credits JUN - AUG JAN - APR DEC MAY YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 Dr Andrew Thomas Park BASc(GHD) Placement Coordinator Lecturer, School of Public Health The Capstone is more than the placement alone – it is designed to make students think critically about the work they are doing, and how it relates to global health and development challenges in a broader sense. Students are also pushed to improve their communication skills by providing timely oral updates and staging a presentation to their peers at the end of their placement. This year we have students working in organisations such as UNICEF, UNDP, IFRC, and a host of other NGOs in Asia Pacific, Central Africa, Central Europe, and North America. In addition to gaining valuable professional experiences, these students will take away rich memories of exploring new places and cultures. This is what the placement is all about! Total no. of credits: 240 Curriculum Structure^ 10 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
With a market-centric education foundation, interdisciplinary skills and practical experience, our students will be able to access a broad range of careers in sectors such as global health, development and economics, relevant industries, academia, local or international governments and non-governmental organisations. The competencies, perspectives, knowledge and skills being developed will enable students to take on technical, academic, strategic or leadership roles. For more information on Career Prospects Career Prospects Stephanie Chiang BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2024 Commercial Management Trainee, Reckitt Benckiser Hong Kong Vincy Yau BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2023 Project Officer Médecins, Sans Frontières (MSF) The interdisciplinary nature of the BASc(GHD) programme has equipped me with a more holistic perspective on health, allowing me to better understand the needs of diverse patients. My 6-month placement experience at UNICEF New York has broadened my horizon tremendously, as I was able to observe health issues in the international context, and transfer the skills that I have learned to my career. I am grateful for every learning experience provided by this programme over the past 4 years. The interdisciplinary nature of the BASc(GHD) programme provided me with great flexibility and diverse opportunities for my studies and future development. I was also able to focus on my side interests in marketing and design through the exchange programme, thanks to the abundance of free elective credits available. By selecting my own placement site for the capstone, I explored the intersection of health and marketing in a professional setting, which ultimately set me on my career path in the health-related FMCG industry. Kelvin Cheung BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2023 MBBS, HKU I gained inspiration and confidence in pursuing medical training upon interning at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Headquarters in Geneva, when I saw how many world leaders in Global Health and Development had first served in vulnerable communities on the frontlines as humanitarian and healthcare volunteers prior to working at international organisations. 11 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Entrance Scholarships Each year, a maximum of six scholarships shall be awarded to local students based on their academic merit and interview performance at the point of admission into the BASc(GHD) programme. Professor Ryan Au Yeung BASc(GHD) Admissions Tutor Assistant Professor, School of Public Health Modern career-building takes you to a variety of paths. That’s why the BASc(GHD) programme encourages students to cultivate their curiosity and develop a broad body of knowledge and skills, complemented by practical experience, which together enables them to thrive in today’s interconnected world. Travis Yip BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2023 Andrea Chan BASc(GHD) Graduate, Class of 2024 Field Placement at United Nations Headquarters (New York) Project Officer, GX Foundation It was amazing to be part of the production team for the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2022. Near the end of my internship, I had the opportunity to attend a planning meeting with the custodian agency. Together, we brainstormed new ideas for the upcoming report in 2023. It felt like my experience has come full circle. The interdisciplinary nature of the GHD programme has equipped me with the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in the global health field. I found the 6-month capstone placement particularly enriching as I could explore my interests, apply learnt knowledge to real-world situations, and even continue working in my placement site upon graduation. 12 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ｜ 2024
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