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Health Studies – (M.Sc.)
University of the West of Scotland
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| Application Deadline: | January | ||
| Location: | Hamilton / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of the West of Scotland
This programme aims to provide the opportunity for healthcare professionals to build upon their knowledge, skills and expertise relevant to health studies. The programme philosophy acknowledges that healthcare is changing to meet the needs of the client, which places an emphasis on the integration of health and social services.
It is anticipated that students undertaking this degree will already have considerable professional expertise and knowledge. Students will build upon this to ensure they continue to grow academically and professionally, developing the strategic thinking requirements of a senior health related professional.
The programme of study will consist of a menu of core, option and independent study modules. These modules are set within a framework of inter-related themes namely: contemporary issues; role enhancement; and evidence-based practice. The modules reflect contemporary issues of relevance for all healthcare professionals and are mapped against the core and specific dimensions of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework, which are equally applicable to many professional and organisational groups.
Students have the opportunity to select areas of particular interest that are meaningful and relevant within their organisation/work setting.
The Postgraduate Certificate requires students to complete 60 credits – two core modules and one option module. Postgraduate Diploma students must complete 120 credits – four core and two option modules; MSc students must complete 180 credits.
The programme is available via online/blended learning delivery utilising contemporary online tools to engage, motivate and encourage students’ during studies. Student support is actively encouraged via online or by face to face meeting on all campuses
Contents
The programme consists of a menu of core, option and online modules. Core modules include:
Postgraduate Certificate
* Tackling Health Inequalities
* Health Economics
Postgraduate Diploma
* Social Marketing
* Research Methods in Health Care
Option modules include:
* Protecting the Vulnerable Children
* Independent Study
* Quality Improvement in Health Care: Methodologies and Techniques
* Men’s Health Issues
* An Introduction to Epidemiology
* Infection Control Management
* The Business of Health Care
* Effective Research Supervision
MSc Health Studies Final Year
* Research and Enquiry Dissertation – normally 1 year to complete.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Course aimed at health professional graduates or those with substantial professional experience. Applications are welcome from a wide range of backgrounds such as nursing, midwifery, public health; the fire and ambulance service, social work and Allied Health Professionals.
English Language
It is essential that you have a good command of written and spoken English if you wish to excel in your studies. As a rough guide, a TOEFL score of 550 or above or an IELTS score of 6 or above (5 in each component) are acceptable as evidence of proficiency in English.
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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