Master of Science in Health Professions Education (MSc-HPE)
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) invites applications for the Master of Science in Health Professions Education (MSc-HPE) under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. This program is designed to prepare exceptional educators and leaders who are passionate about transforming health professions education across Africa.
Program Details
Duration: 18 months (3 semesters)
Credits: 180
Delivery Mode: Blended (Online and In-person)
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Health Professions Education is an innovative program that equips health educators and leaders to design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, equitable, and impactful health education programs.
This fully funded Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program pathway supports professionals who are committed to shaping national HPE policies, leading institutions, and contributing to educational reform across Africa.
Graduates will gain advanced skills in curriculum design, educational leadership, quality assurance, and research—preparing them to lead institutional, national, and regional education transformations.
The program follows a blended learning model, combining flexible online coursework with immersive in-person sessions at UGHE’s campus in Butaro, Rwanda.
Why Study HPE at UGHE
- Africa’s First Full HPE Pathway: The first of its kind in Rwanda and neighboring countries.
- Career Advancement: Prepares graduates for roles such as program directors, clinical faculty, quality assurance experts, or deans.
- Community of Practice: Join a network of educators across the continent working to improve health professions education.
- Flexible for Working Professionals: Online learning combined with practical in-person sessions.
- Expert Faculty and Global Networks: Learn from leading educators at UGHE and partner international institutions.
- Real-World Impact: Integrates academic knowledge with leadership, quality assurance, and institutional reform.
- Equity and Innovation: Each module emphasizes global health equity, inclusive education, and digital innovation.
Program Modules
Students will complete a total of 180 credits through the following core modules:
- Principles of Curriculum and Course Design
- Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods
- Assessment in Health Professions Education
- Clinical Teaching
- Principles of Global Health Equity
- Program Evaluation and Faculty Appraisal
- Quality Assurance and Accreditation in HPE
- Educational Leadership and Management
- Educational Research and Scholarship
- Practicum or Thesis in HPE
Admission Timeline
Applications Open: October 22, 2025
Applications Close: November 30, 2025 (11:59 PM CAT)
Admissions Interviews: December 2025
Final Decisions: January 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application (exceptions apply for applicants with disabilities).
- Be citizens, residents, or hold refugee status in an African country.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field (official transcript and degree certificate required).
- Have professional experience in teaching, supervision, or educational leadership within a health-related higher education institution.
- Provide a signed institutional endorsement letter confirming support and availability to attend the program.
- Not hold a prior master’s degree if applying through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, providing all required personal and academic information.
- Upload the following supporting documents:
- National ID, Passport, or Refugee ID
- Academic transcript(s) and degree certificate
- Employer recommendation letter (if applicable)
- Submit a single, fully completed application. Incomplete or multiple submissions will not be considered.
Important Notice
The University of Global Health Equity and the Mastercard Foundation do not charge any fees to apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. Applicants are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to local authorities.
Transform Health Education in Africa
If you are passionate about shaping the future of health professions education and driving meaningful change across Africa, this is your opportunity. Apply today and become part of the next generation of educational leaders.
