Course Structure Overview
The Global Health program at Aiph University Bhubaneswar is structured over eight semesters, with a balanced mix of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory courses designed to provide students with both breadth and depth in the field. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience through fieldwork, research projects, and community engagement.
Core Courses Across All Eight Semesters
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | GH101 | Introduction to Global Health | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | GH102 | Biology for Global Health | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | GH103 | Statistics for Public Health | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | GH104 | Introduction to Health Systems | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| I | GH105 | Health Informatics Lab | 0-0-2-2 | None |
| II | GH201 | Epidemiology | 3-0-0-3 | GH103 |
| II | GH202 | Social Determinants of Health | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| II | GH203 | Health Policy and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| II | GH204 | Global Health Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| II | GH205 | Epidemiology Lab | 0-0-2-2 | GH103 |
| III | GH301 | Maternal and Child Health | 3-0-0-3 | GH201 |
| III | GH302 | Infectious Disease Control | 3-0-0-3 | GH201 |
| III | GH303 | Environmental Health | 3-0-0-3 | GH102 |
| III | GH304 | Digital Health Tools | 3-0-0-3 | GH201 |
| III | GH305 | Health Economics | 3-0-0-3 | GH103 |
| IV | GH401 | Global Health Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | GH201, GH305 |
| IV | GH402 | Health Systems Management | 3-0-0-3 | GH104 |
| IV | GH403 | Community-Based Participatory Research | 3-0-0-3 | GH202 |
| IV | GH404 | Field Research Project | 0-0-2-2 | GH301, GH302 |
| V | GH501 | Global Health Capstone Project | 3-0-0-3 | GH401, GH402 |
| V | GH502 | Advanced Topics in Public Health | 3-0-0-3 | GH401 |
| V | GH503 | Health Data Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | GH103 |
| V | GH504 | Research Internship | 0-0-2-2 | GH401, GH403 |
| VI | GH601 | Capstone Thesis Development | 3-0-0-3 | GH501 |
| VI | GH602 | Advanced Digital Health Applications | 3-0-0-3 | GH304 |
| VI | GH603 | Health Policy Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | GH203 |
| VI | GH604 | Dissertation Preparation | 0-0-2-2 | GH501 |
| VII | GH701 | Global Health Practicum | 3-0-0-3 | GH501, GH601 |
| VII | GH702 | Advanced Field Research | 3-0-0-3 | GH404 |
| VII | GH703 | Health Systems Evaluation | 3-0-0-3 | GH402 |
| VIII | GH801 | Final Capstone Project | 6-0-0-6 | GH501, GH601 |
| VIII | GH802 | Professional Development Workshop | 0-0-2-2 | None |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Departmental electives offer students the opportunity to deepen their expertise in specialized areas of global health. These courses are offered in the third and fourth years, with a strong emphasis on research-based learning and practical applications.
- Advanced Epidemiology: This course explores advanced statistical methods for analyzing public health data, including regression modeling, survival analysis, and meta-analyses. Students learn how to design and interpret complex epidemiological studies in resource-constrained settings.
- Health Systems Strengthening: Focuses on strategies for improving healthcare delivery systems, particularly in low-resource contexts. Topics include financing mechanisms, human resource management, infrastructure development, and quality assurance programs.
- Global Health Ethics and Human Rights: This course examines ethical dilemmas in global health practice, focusing on issues such as informed consent, equity, justice, and cultural sensitivity. It also explores the role of human rights in shaping public health policies.
- Digital Health Innovation: Explores how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and wearable devices can be applied to address health challenges in underserved populations. Students develop digital solutions for real-world problems through hands-on projects.
- Urban Health Challenges: Addresses the unique health risks faced by urban populations, including air pollution, mental health issues, and infectious disease outbreaks. The course includes case studies from cities around the world.
- Climate Change and Health: Investigates the impacts of climate change on public health, including heat stress, vector-borne diseases, and food insecurity. Students examine adaptation strategies and mitigation approaches for vulnerable populations.
- Mental Health in Global Contexts: Provides an overview of mental health issues across cultures and societies, with a focus on stigma reduction, access to care, and community-based interventions. The course includes experiential learning components in local communities.
- Global Health Leadership: Prepares students for leadership roles in global health organizations by focusing on strategic planning, change management, team building, and advocacy skills. Students work on real-world leadership challenges through simulations and projects.
- Health Communication and Media Literacy: Teaches effective communication strategies for disseminating health information to diverse audiences. Students learn how to craft compelling narratives that influence public behavior and policy.
- Global Health Entrepreneurship: Encourages innovation in global health by introducing students to the principles of entrepreneurship, including ideation, prototyping, pitching, and securing funding for health-related ventures.
Project-Based Learning Framework
The Global Health program at Aiph University Bhubaneswar places a strong emphasis on project-based learning as a means to develop critical thinking, research skills, and practical competencies. The program incorporates both mini-projects and a final-year capstone project that allows students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
Mini-projects are undertaken during the second and third years of the program. These projects typically last 4-6 weeks and involve working in small teams on specific research questions or policy issues. Students are assigned mentors from faculty members who guide them through the process of literature review, data collection, analysis, and presentation.
The final-year capstone project is a comprehensive research initiative that students undertake independently or in collaboration with external partners. This project spans the entire academic year and culminates in a formal thesis and presentation to faculty and industry professionals. Students are encouraged to select topics that align with their career goals and have real-world relevance.
Projects are evaluated based on several criteria, including research methodology, clarity of objectives, quality of evidence, impact potential, and peer collaboration. The evaluation process involves both internal faculty reviewers and external experts from global health organizations.
Mentorship and Selection Process
Students begin selecting their project topics and mentors in the second semester. Faculty members provide guidance on potential research directions and assist students in aligning their interests with available opportunities. The selection process is competitive, ensuring that each student works closely with a mentor who can provide tailored support throughout their academic journey.