Global Health & Social Medicine BSc

This program emphasizes hands-on experience and real-world application. You’ll engage in interdisciplinary learning, combining biomedical and public health approaches to disease and well-being. The course includes laboratory-based modules in neuroscience, pharmacology, or ageing, allowing you to specialize in one of these pathways. Approximately one-third of your contact hours will be spent in the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, ensuring a solid foundation in bioscience.

Here’s how experiential learning is integrated into the program:

• Laboratory-Based Modules: Specialize in neuroscience, pharmacology, or ageing through hands-on lab work.
• Global Internships: Opportunities for overseas placements in countries like Brazil, China, South Africa, and the USA during the summer.
• King’s Global Health Partnerships: Engage in paid summer internships with King’s Global Health Partnerships, working on global health initiatives.
• Study Abroad Opportunities: Extend your degree to four years by spending your third year studying abroad at partner institutions.
• Interdisciplinary Modules: Combine core and optional modules to explore the social and political forces that shape global health outcomes.

These experiences are designed to equip you with the practical skills and global perspective needed to address health disparities and contribute meaningfully to the field of global health.

Graduates of the Global Health & Social Medicine BSc from King's College London are well-prepared for impactful careers at the intersection of health, policy, and society. The program equips students with a rigorous understanding of global health challenges, preparing them for roles in:

• Public Health Policy
• International Development
• Healthcare Consultancy
• Research and Academia

University Support & Employability

King's College London offers comprehensive support to enhance employability:

• King’s Careers & Employability provides access to career resources, workshops, and one-on-one guidance.
• King’s Global Internships arrange overseas work placements in countries like Brazil, China, South Africa, and the USA.

Graduate Employment Statistics

According to the Graduate Outcomes Survey (2020-21), over 90% of King's graduates are in highly-skilled employment, with 87% agreeing their employment or further study is meaningful in progressing their career or skills.

Industry Partnerships & Accreditation

King's College London collaborates with leading organizations in global health and social medicine, providing students with opportunities for practical experience and networking. The program's interdisciplinary approach ensures graduates are well-equipped to address complex global health issues.

Further Academic Progression:

Upon completing the BSc, graduates can pursue advanced studies such as:

• MSc in Global Health at King's College London, focusing on global health challenges and policy solutions.
• MSc in Global Health, Social Justice & Public Policy, which delves into the political, economic, and social determinants of health.
• MPhil/PhD in Global Health & Social Medicine, offering opportunities for research in global health and social medicine.

These programs provide a pathway for those interested in deepening their expertise and contributing to the advancement of global health policies and practices.

With relevant work experience (typically three years), graduates may apply for Public Health Practitioner Registration with the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) — a recognised professional benchmark for those working in public health.