Public Health: Drugs, Health, Policy and Power: University of Geneva Switzerland

The University of Geneva (UNIGE) presents the intensive course “Drugs, Health, Policy and Power” as a flagship offering of the Geneva Summer Schools. Positioned at the heart of international governance, this program provides a rare, interdisciplinary exploration of the global drug policy landscape. Participants engage with the complex intersections of public health, international law, and the power dynamics that shape global drug control. While the university provides elite academic instruction and direct access to experts from the Global Commission on Drug Policy and the World Health Organization, Edulux Summer manages the high-end logistics and travel services required for your stay. We bridge the gap between your home and the classroom, ensuring a seamless transition into the diplomatic hub of Switzerland.

What You’ll Learn (at University of Geneva)

• Global Drug Policy Frameworks: Analyzing the evolution of international drug control treaties and their impact on public health and human rights.

• Health & Harm Reduction: Evaluating evidence-based strategies to minimize the negative health social impacts of drug use, including supervised injection sites and needle exchange programs.

• Power & Governance: Exploring how political interests, colonial histories, and economic power influence the “War on Drugs” and current reform movements.

• Human Rights Dimensions: Investigating the tension between drug enforcement and the protection of civil liberties, the right to health, and social justice.

• Innovation in Policy: Reviewing case studies of decriminalization and legalization from around the world to identify sustainable future models.

Our Travel & Experience Services

We manage the journey and the experience so you can focus on the future of global policy:

• Cultural Tours & Visits: Curated excursions to the Palais des Nations (UN), the International Red Cross Museum, and the scenic Jet d’Eau on Lake Geneva.

• Ticketing & Flights: Full management of your round-trip airfare and international travel itinerary into Geneva Airport (GVA).

• Guaranteed Housing: Vetted student accommodation or high-end living arrangements in central Geneva, within reach of the university’s historic buildings.

• Visa & Insurance: Professional guidance on Swiss entry requirements and comprehensive travel health coverage for the duration of the course.

• Local Transfers: Seamless airport pickup and private transportation support for all official off-campus diplomatic site visits.

University of Geneva Switzerland: Public Health: Drugs, Health, Policy and Power