Professor The BASc(GHD) programme equips students with essential knowledge in global health and sustainable development, covering health policy, governance, economics, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through interactive formats like student-led panels, simulations, and the model World Health Assembly, it fosters open-mindedness, creativity, and critical thinking. 20 Regions where students come from Field placement destinations 28 PROGRAMME FEATURES An interdisciplinary approach to curriculum development, in partnership with 6 Faculties at HKU CORE COURSES Basic to intermediate courses in economics, health policies, social sciences, big data analytics and more CONCEPTS AND KNOWLEDGE Develop multidisciplinary and international perspectives, along with practical skills applicable to the job market CAREER PROSPECTS Entering a broad range of careers in sectors such as local or international government, non-governmental organisations, commercial organisations and academia Zoe Chan BASc(GHD) Year 4 student 6-MONTH FIELD PLACEMENT Gain real-life exposure and learning opportunities by going to placement locations across the world WHAT YOU WILL STUDY The BASc(GHD) curriculum explores major global health and development challenges, from chronic and infectious diseases to healthcare access, societal and conflict-related displacement, and climate change. Through an interdisciplinary approach, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to make a real impact on global issues. 4 YEARS TO A CAREER IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT GHD major Course(s)/Topics 1 ANCHORING COURSES (4 courses) • Foundations in Global Health and Development • Globalisation and Health • Leadership and Advocacy in Global Health and Development • Global Health Policy 2 COMPULSORY COURSES (6 courses) • Introductory Economics and Finance • Health Systems and Financing • Introduction to Epidemiology • Introduction to Biostatistics • Global Health Governance • Health Economics and Evaluation 3 DISCIPLINARY CORE COURSES (4 courses) A range of courses is offered for enrolment, topics include: • Urban Development • Economic Development • Environment • Global Health & Development • Population Issues 4 CAPSTONE A 6-month field placement usually from the Summer Semester of Year 3 to the First Semester of Year 4 The BASc(GHD) curriculum sparked my interest in data science, which I have now pivoted to. The breadth of exposure during my studies also gave me the ability to adapt and acquire new knowledge quickly. This proved valuable not only in my previous job at a global financial data company but also continues to support my current work analysing customer engagement with a UK fashion retailer. Exposure to a diverse cohort and international work experience during my placement gave me the confidence to thrive in global workplace environments. BASc(GHD) Class of 2023 Applied Data Scientist, ASOS Travis Yip Chung Pui-hong BASC(GHD) JS6250 BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IN GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT Through interdisciplinary learning and global engagement, this programme will equip you to address real-world health and development challenges and make a positive difference locally and globally. Programme Director of BASc(GHD) BNurs BASc(GHD) BBiomedSc BEng(BmE) BPharm BChinMed MBBS(DMS) MBBS UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2026/27 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2026/27 BASC(GHD) 25 26
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