Maastricht, Netherlands

Digital Transformations in Public Health

Are you passionate about the intersection of technology and public health? Join us for an exciting one-week summer course that dives deep into the digital transformations reshaping public health in the 21st century. This course offers a blend of theory, practical knowledge, and critical analysis aimed at students interested in public health, public policy, and the implementation and governance of digital technologies.

Throughout the week, you’ll explore a variety of cutting-edge topics:
• Health Data and Epidemiologic Surveillance: Understand how digital data collection is changing how we track and respond to health trends and epidemics.
• Digital Therapeutics: Discover the new frontier of digital solutions for treatment and prevention and how it is shifting the responsibility between patients and healthcare providers.
• Digital Health Promotion and Infodemics: Learn about the role of digital platforms in enhancing or threatening population health.
• Workforce Development: Gain insights into the skills and competencies needed for a career in digital public health.

After the course, you will have the ability to:
• Define the concept of digital transformations in public health.
• Analyse the impact of digital technologies on essential public health functions.
• Critically assess the pros and cons of digitalisation in public health, including ethical considerations.
• Discuss effective governance of digital technologies in this field.

The course includes lectures, problem-based learning (PBL) discussions, and group activities, where you’ll analyse real-world case studies from various countries. This approach ensures a global, critical, and pragmatic perspective, providing you with the tools to become a thought leader in this crucial and rapidly evolving field.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of digital public health. Enrol now and be part of shaping the future!

Course leader

Rok Hrzic

Target group

A basic understanding of public health principles and themes is recommended but not required.

Course aim

• Define the concept of digital transformations in public health.
• Discuss the impact of digital technologies on essential public health functions.
• Critically evaluate the positive and negative aspects of digitalisation in public health, including ethical challenges.
• Discuss the effective governance of digital technologies in public health.

Fee info

EUR 699: Tuition fee