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Irish Aid Fellowships Bring African Healthcare Leaders to ATU
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) welcomed three international students to its St Angelas Campus this academic year, each receiving full-fee scholarships through the Ireland Fellows Programme.
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) welcomed three international students to its St Angelas Campus this academic year, each receiving full-fee scholarships through the Ireland Fellows Programme. These students, selected for their commitment to advancing healthcare in their home countries, are currently enrolled in the MHSc in International Healthcare Management at ATU St Angelas and bring a wealth of experience and ambition to the university.
James Swaray, a Public Health Professional from Sierra Leone; Muktar Mohammed, a Medical Doctor from Somalia with significant experience through the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF; and Andrew Gweh, a Medical Assistant and Public Health Leader from Liberia, all chose ATU based on its reputation of excellence in delivering healthcare management and international education.
With over a decade of experience in health management and leadership, student James Swaray describes his motivation “My goal is to address health leadership issues in Sierra Leone through improved management systems and clinical governance.” “The knowledge gained at ATU will strengthen our healthcare systems and enhance accountability”. He added, “the international focus of the programme will empower me to better serve my community and drive lasting improvements in public health”.
In addition, student, Dr Muktar Mohammed, explains “the programmes integration of strategic management and public health improvement aligns with my aspirations to advance global health outcomes, particularly in low-resource settings.” “This scholarship is an incredible opportunity, allowing me to deepen my knowledge in healthcare management and bring back these valuable skills to Somalia.”
Programme Director for the MHSc in International Healthcare Management, Seamus Dolan, highlights the significance of this degree and the impact it can have on graduates, “welcoming these students to our programme is a testament to our commitment regarding global healthcare education. Students bring their own unique expertise, and we are excited to see how they will contribute to improving healthcare worldwide.”
Speaking on behalf of the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Disability Studies at ATU St Angelas, Dr Evelyn McManus describes what students will gain through this qualification, “the master’s programme emphasises corporate governance, fiscal sustainability and leadership accountability all significant dimensions to bring to the global market economy and will afford the students greater employment opportunities and board positions”.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Irish Aid and the Ireland Fellows Programme. Since its inception, nearly 4,000 Fellows have benefited from the programme, making invaluable contributions to global capacity building and strengthening Ireland’s ties with the world. Discover more about the MHSc in International Healthcare Management at www.atu.ie/study/international
