COVID-19 and Global Inequalities

The University of California, Berkeley is a world-leading public research university founded in 1868 and home to more than 45,000 students, including nearly 8,000 international scholars. Berkeley combines top-ranked academic departments, cutting-edge research centres and a vibrant intellectual culture that attracts students globally. Its Bay Area location provides close links to technology, entrepreneurship and public policy communities, offering numerous pathways from study to impactful careers.

Academically Berkeley is known for rigorous programmes across sciences, engineering, social sciences and the humanities, with an emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Students benefit from renowned faculty, extensive laboratory and library resources, and a wide array of student-led organisations that support professional development. Career services, research assistantships and industry partnerships create strong employment outcomes for graduates around the world.

Student life is diverse and activist, with a rich calendar of cultural, academic and leadership activities that foster community and personal growth. Living in the Bay Area brings access to internships, startups and cultural institutions, though students should plan for higher living costs. For ambitious international students seeking a globally recognised degree, vibrant campus life and direct engagement with leading industries, UC Berkeley remains an iconic and highly competitive choice.

The COVID-19 and Global Inequalities program is a one-week non-degree course for students of all levels, taught in English at the University of California Berkeley. This program helps students understand the impact of COVID-19 on global inequalities.

The curriculum covers topics such as global health, economic disparities, and social justice, with a focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through discussions and case studies.

Students who complete this program can pursue careers as Global Health Specialists, Social Justice Advocates, Public Policy Analysts, or Human Rights Researchers, working with organizations such as the World Health Organization, UNICEF, or non-profit groups focused on social justice.