MS Mechanical Engineering - Biomechanics

Course Overview This interdisciplinary course examines the complex intersections of health, society, and the environment from a global perspective. Students will explore how cultural, economic, and political forces shape health outcomes and policy across diverse populations. The curriculum equips future leaders with the critical skills needed to address pressing health challenges in an interconnected world. Key Program Highlights Examine global health systems, international policy, and economics to understand healthcare delivery and access. Analyze the critical connections between environmental hazards, pollution, and public health through epidemiology. Explore ethical, legal, and social issues in health, including bioethics, genetics, and migrant well-being. Apply geospatial technologies (GIS) and vulnerability assessments to solve real-world health and hazard problems. Develop a humanistic understanding of health through the lenses of medical anthropology, communication, and writing.