Career Options / Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master’s programme in One Health are qualified for scientifically demanding and socially relevant work at the interface of human, animal and environmental health. With their integrative understanding of biological, ecological and social systems, as well as strong methodological skills in epidemiology, biostatistics and data analysis, they are well prepared to analyse complex health challenges and develop evidence-based, action-oriented solutions.
Career opportunities can be found in the following fields:
- Research institutions and universities
- International organisations and development agencies
- Public health authorities and public administration
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- Sustainable agriculture and food systems
- Environmental and health management
- Healthcare and health systems consulting
Graduates work in interdisciplinary and international contexts, applying both quantitative and qualitative research approaches to address transdisciplinary health issues. Thanks to the programme’s strong research orientation, it also provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies and an academic career.
Doctoral Studies
After completing your Master's degree, you will have the opportunity to pursue a doctorate at JLU. Doctoral studies take place in a professorship at Faculty 09, to which you must apply. If you are interested in pursuing a doctorate at JLU, please contact the institute or professor in your area of interest directly. Open positions for various professorships can be found on the JLU job market.
The International Office also provides information for international students interested in pursuing a doctorate at JLU Giessen.
If you would like intensive support during your doctoral studies, you can apply to the Giessen Graduate Centre for the Life Sciences (GGL).
Graduate Centre for the Life Sciences (GGL)
Prospective doctoral students have the opportunity to apply as a member of the International Giessen Graduate Centre for the Life Sciences (GGL) to receive intensive support during their doctorate (in the form of seminars, internships, workshops, etc.). Information on the GGL and its internationally oriented doctoral programme, the requirements and the application procedure can be found here.
