Master in one Health

The First-Level Master in One Health is offered by the University of Florence. It integrates human, animal and ecosystem health with a focus on artificial intelligence in the biomedical sciences. It includes theoretical lessons, practical laboratories, case study discussions and practical activities to develop strategic and communication skills. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The master lasts 12 months and is part-time with mixed teaching, synchronous online and in person in Florence. The languages are Italian and English. The cost is €1,250. The compulsory practical internship is 75 hours, equal to 3 credits. Compulsory attendance is 75% and multiple-choice tests and a final paper are provided.

The aim is to train professionals able to design and implement One Health policies and programmes at national and international level, working across different disciplines. Career opportunities include public bodies, international organisations, private companies and NGOs, with roles in epidemiology, project coordination, health policy and global health. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.