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MSc alumni

Global map showing which country students on the MSc in Global Health Science and Epidemiology came from between 2014 and 2023.
Since 2014, we have taught over 240 students from 50 countries. This map shows the number of students from each country.

The aim of the course is primarily to prepare students to continue their studies to doctoral level and beyond, however, the extensive practical component will enable successful students to establish a career in academia, major national and international health organisations, government agencies or in industry.

 

Read about the careers of of three alumni in academia, industry and the charity sector.

Stephen McCall (graduated 2019), Sophia Lowes (graduated 2016) and Jay Krishnan (graduated 2018)Stephen McCall (graduated 2019), Sophia Lowes (graduated 2016) and Jay Krishnan (graduated 2018)

In this section

"Learning at Oxford, surrounded and taught by world-leading epidemiologists and global health scientists, has been transformative, driving me to think critically and innovatively about population health issues. With this enriched experience, I'm eager to apply my skills to impactful, grassroots, and large-scale health research, aiming to improve the quality and quantity of lives of people in Africa and globally."

Yusuff Adebayo Adebisi, 2022-23

 

“Undertaking this MSc has provided me with a comprehensive grounding in the principles of epidemiology and statistics to complement my clinical medical training. It has been inspiring to learn from leaders in population health and gain insight into the possibilities that lie ahead from the excellent array of masterclass speakers.”

Abinav Mohanamurali, 2022-23

 

“I feel that the course contents aligned completely with what I expected. I have achieved my aim of gaining the statistical and epidemiological skillset I needed to conduct high quality research independently...I would also say that the department is really supportive and student-centric.”

Aaron Ho, 2021-22

 

“One of the best aspects of the course was the diversity of nationalities and experiences in the MSc, which meant that discussions regarding real world examples that classmates had worked on were brought to discussion.”

Emma Taylor-Gallardo, 2021-22 (Read what Emma thought about the course.)

 

“I can say that I truly believe this MSc to be a perfect case study for the importance and strength of international collaboration in epidemiology and global health research.”

Lilian Hartman, 2019-20 (Read Lilian’s experience on the MSc during the COVID-19 pandemic.)