Global Mental Health

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Key facts * MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time
* PgDip9 months full-time; 18 months part-time
* PgCert9 months full-time; 18 months part-time
* Contact:Dr Ross White
Email:Ross.White@glasgow.ac.uk
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The core teaching is based around lectures. There is a strong emphasis on discussion and debate with your academic staff and fellow students, focusing on relevant research literature and policy documents.

Core courses

* Introduction to mental health and disability
* The global burden of mental health difficulties
* Cultural, social and biological determinants of mental health
* Research methods (qualitative, quantitative and health economics)
* Mental health promotion across the life-span
* Improving access to mental health care in the global context
* Mental health and disability: international law and policy
* Dissertation.

At least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (psychology, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, law, public health or public policy). A registered health-care professional qualification will also be acceptable. A background study, work or volunteer activities in a mental health-related field is desirable but not essential. Further information regarding academic entry requirements:student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL iBT® test: 92 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

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• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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