MSc Health and Climate Change

The Health and Climate Change MSc at the University of Hull is designed to prepare students to understand the significant health risks posed by climate change and how to develop effective mitigation and adaptation strategies. The program combines the expertise of the Faculties of Health Sciences and Environmental Sciences to provide a multidisciplinary understanding of climate change and its impact on public health. Course Content: The course embedded with the cutting-edge research into the health impacts of climate change. The programme also incorporates teaching on the dramatic and urgent changes that are required to improve the health of the planet. It integrates a wide range of scientific disciplines including climate science, complex systems modeling, epidemiology and public health, economics, politics, policy and law. Methods for assessing the health impacts of climate-related hazards and the effectiveness of adaptation measures are also part of the core content.Key Modules: There are core modules including Climate Change and Health: Impact Assessment, Climate Change and Health: Mitigation and Adaptation, Epidemiology and Risk Assessment, Environmental Health, as well as an Independent Research Project. Future Careers: Graduates of the Health and Climate Change MSc are well-prepared for various career paths. They may work in international health agencies, governmental and non-governmental organizations, policy-making entities, and academia. They will also be well suited for roles in public health, environmental protection, risk assessment, and urban planning.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.