Human, animal and environmental health: a single approach for an interconnected world
The major health challenges do not understand borders or disciplines. This master's degree trains you to tackle them with an integrated vision, breaking down the silos between medicine, veterinary medicine and ecology. Become the professional that governments and international organisations need to lead global health.
Zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance, climate change: it’s all connected. This Master’s programme equips you to understand and act on these connections, aligning your training with the priorities of the WHO, FAO and other international agencies.
This Master’s programme goes beyond traditional public health programmes. It integrates epidemiology, veterinary medicine, ecology, data analysis and health policy into a single holistic approach, preparing you to break down disciplinary silos and tackle complex problems from an integrated perspective.
You will learn to analyse the interface between human, animal and environmental health, mastering tools for complex data analysis such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial epidemiology and risk assessment. Taking a practical approach, you will delve into real-world cases of zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance and health emergencies, developing the key skills required for working in interdisciplinary teams.
The programme combines scientific rigour, systems thinking and the ability to intervene strategically. You will not only learn to conduct research, but also to design evidence-based policies and communicate risk to the public. Upon completion, you will be equipped to lead responses to health crises and position yourself as a highly valued hybrid professional, sought after by governments, NGOs and corporations.
As the programme is 100% online, you can balance your studies with your professional commitments, with a practical focus through active learning methodologies and a research-based Master’s Thesis.
Through an integrated and practical approach, you will be able to translate scientific knowledge into effective interventions and public policies. The advanced training you will acquire will position you to access strategic and leadership roles in the public and private sectors, as well as within international organisations.
This micro-credential equips you to use tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and Claude to analyse information, create content and optimise professional tasks, whilst integrating innovative solutions in an ethical and responsible manner within real-world contexts.
Develop your professional potential through leadership and interpersonal skills in healthcare settings. This micro-credential provides you with the keys to managing teams, communicating effectively and solving problems in real-world settings, by applying personal leadership techniques and practical productivity tools in the healthcare sector.
syllabus Master's Degree in Public Health and One Health
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*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
A programme designed for your professional success without compromising your personal or work life. Our 100% online methodology combines flexibility with a practical approach that immerses you in the reality of global health.
Our degree is official, verified by the Council of Universities and fully valid in Spain, as well as in the European Higher Education Area.
It is recognised by the Education Systems of Latin America, being recognised and approved by the different Ministries of Education in Latin America:
SENESCYT, MEN (MinEducation), SEP, Mescyt, among others, automatically.
Are you a professional committed to global health? This master's degree is designed for university graduates in Health Sciences who wish to specialise in the intersection between human, animal and environmental health.
At UAX we value your previous experience. If you already have experience or training in the field of public health, epidemiology or environmental sciences, you can apply for credit recognition so that you don't have to start from scratch.
You will be able to validate subjects from the master's degree if you are in any of these situations:
The study of validations is carried out on a personalised basis, analysing each case to determine the number of credits that can be recognised.
Do you think you are eligible for validation? Ask for information and an advisor will analyse your specific case without obligation.
The flexibility of online learning, with opportunities to connect
Take your exams online wherever you are or, if you prefer, in person at our designated centres in Spain and Latin America, subject to availability and capacity.
What’s more, as a student at UAX Online, you’ll have access to our Campus Hubs – a network of exclusive physical spaces where you can study, access libraries, work in co-working areas and connect with other students. Because studying online doesn’t mean studying alone.
Campus Hubs available in: Alcobendas, Alcorcón, Valencia San Vicente, Murcia, Barcelona, Málaga, Seville and Arganda.
Access is via your UAX student card, subject to availability and the opening hours of each centre.
Scholarships and Financial Support for Studying at UAX
We know that studying is an investment. That’s why we want to remove financial barriers and make things easier for you. Fill in the form and let our advisers help you discover the scholarships, agreements and personalised financial support that best suit your situation.
If you have a strong academic record, we would like to recognise your talent with a scholarship designed for new students. (Excludes the degree in Medicine).
Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport
Find out about the scholarships and grants offered by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport, categorised by type and level of education.
Attracting Pre-doctoral Research Talent
Financial support for outstanding students who wish to carry out innovative research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their disciplines.
Community of Madrid
Financial support for students with a disability of 33 per cent or more who are studying at universities or higher education institutions specialising in the arts in the Community of Madrid.
Students from Ibero-America
This programme is aimed at Ibero-American citizens or foreign nationals legally resident in countries within the OEI’s sphere of influence. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
Students from Ecuador
This programme is aimed at citizens with Ecuadorian nationality and/or residence who wish to study an online master’s degree in Spain. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
2025, 2nd Edition
Grants for students on higher-level vocational training, undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s programmes enrolled at Spanish universities with a Santander agreement. A financial supplement to support you whilst undertaking your work placements.
If you’d like to continue your studies with us and progress from vocational training to a bachelor’s degree, from one bachelor’s degree to another, or from a bachelor’s degree to a postgraduate degree, we’re here to support you with a grant covering up to 25 per cent of your tuition fees.
If you have an immediate family member (up to the second degree of kinship) enrolled at UAX, you can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees. Because studying as a family is even better.
If you’ve already decided to take the plunge, enrol early and benefit from a direct grant. It’s a way of rewarding your commitment and giving you a head start in planning your future.
If you’re a high-performance athlete, at UAX we want to help you balance your passion with your studies. We offer specific grants that can cover up to 50% of your tuition fees.
Si te graduaste en UAX y ahora estás pensando en cursar una nueva titulación, queremos seguir acompañándote. Por eso te ofrecemos una ayuda del 10% sobre el importe de docencia.
Studying for two degrees at the same time is a challenge, and we want to support you. If you’re already at UAX and enrol on a second degree programme, you’ll be eligible for a grant towards your booking fee and tuition fees.
Education of the highest quality and prestige
Alfonso X el Sabio University (UAX) is ranked amongst the best universities in Spain according to the leading rankings.
UAX obtains the highest rating of 5 stars and the overall "Excellent" badge for Employability, Teaching, Academic Development, Facilities, Online Teaching and Good Governance in the prestigious international QS Stars rating.
Forbes ranks UAX as the private university with the most graduates working in its area (nearly 90%), thanks to a unique educational model firmly linked to the labour market through more than 8,800 agreements with companies.
According to the Forbes 2025 List, UAX is positioned in the TOP 2 Spanish Universities in the adoption of Generative AI in the training of its students, developing innovative learning tools and models aligned with technological evolution.
UAX is recognised as the second most innovative university in Spain, the only private university among the top three in the ranking. This recognition highlights our transversal commitment to AI and training in sustainability.
The prestigious ranking of the BBVA Foundation and the IVIE recognises us as the university with the best job placement in Spain in 2023, consolidating our model focused on the real employability of our graduates.
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