In the last 12 years, the Lisbon Institute of Global Mental Health has promoted ten international courses on mental health policy and services (6 Master and 4 Diploma Programmes), which were attended by students from more than 50 countries. This new Diploma, based on a deep reflection on the experience accumulated over these years, incorporates several important curriculum innovations with the aim of responding to new emerging priorities in global mental health.
The goal of the Lisbon International Learning Program is to provide an updated and solid understanding of the main topics of these areas and to provide training in:
- Formulation, implementation and evaluation of mental health policies, plans and programs
- Organization and evaluation of mental health care and related services
- Mental health in complex emergencies
- Mental health law and human rights
Structure of the program
The Lisbon International Learning Program on Mental Health Policy and Services consists of 4 Advanced Courses, each including two modules (3+2 days of in-class course followed by 8 weeks of e-learning activities).
A Diploma comprising 11 ECTS from the NOVA University of Lisbon will be awarded to the students who will successfully attend the four Advanced Courses. Students can choose to attend one or more Advanced Courses. The attendance of one Advanced Course will award a Certificate of Attendance. The assessment of these students will be made through an essay or a work project, written under the supervision of one of the members of the faculty.
Enrollment deadline 15 June 2025
Selection criteria
Applicants should be holders of a bachelor’s degree or legally equivalent qualification in the field of Medicine, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Sciences or Health Economics.
The selection of applicants to the Courses will be based on the assessment of the CV and Cover Letter.
Check out the admission procedures here.
