Doctoral Program in Global Health 

The Institute of Global Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva in collaboration with the Swiss School of Public Health presents the first PhD track in global health created as a partly online distance program.

Formally known as the Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, the Institute of Global Health was founded by Prof. Antoine Flahault in January 2014. Under his directorship, this innovative doctoral program was created in response to the urgent need for developing implementation research in the field of public and global health, using a transdisciplinary approach. Starting in 2023, the PhD in global health program is directed by Prof. Nicolas Ray who is bringing his expertise in transdisciplinary research and implementation in low- and middle-income countries.

The primary goal of the PhD program in Global Health is to train students to be able to bridge existing gaps between practical knowledge and academic and research skills in the field of global health. The PhD program combines both onsite and distance learning approaches, allowing candidates to work in their respective countries while pursuing their thesis.

The PhD program in Global Health is anchored in Geneva, a globally recognized hub for health and humanitarian initiatives, offering students a unique ecosystem in which to learn and grow. The presence of major international health organizations, such as the World Health Organization, the Red Cross, and numerous non-governmental organizations, enables students to gain insights directly from world leaders in global health.