Course summary
This innovative course offers clinicians and managers the opportunity to look in depth at healthcare leadership and commissioning theory, policy and practice, combining academic research with an up-to-the minute take on current policy, structured practical projects and work-based investigations. With an innovative blend of leadership theory, contemporary healthcare policy and active application to practice, we equip clinicians, leaders, commissioners and managers to develop their knowledge and understanding of healthcare leadership. Uniquely, we focus on clinical expertise and clinical contexts indepth, alongside research and implementing change in practice. “The MSc in Healthcare Leadership and Commissioning offered a blend of both theoretical and practical teaching across many areas. Being allowed to choose between optional modules gave me the flexibility to shape my Master’s to suit my individual interests whilst the core modules made sure I learned essential leadership and commissioning theory. Partnered to theoretical teaching was practical teaching from regional healthcare leaders who spoke about the challenges they face. The wide variety of students on this course from both clinical and non-clinical backgrounds created exciting discussions and networking opportunities that would not have otherwise been possible.” Elliott Sharp, MSc Healthcare Leadership & Commissioning student
Modules
MSc (180 credits) PGDip modules PLUS One module from the optional module list (20 credits) See below. PLUS Dissertation (60 credits) Optional modules Diabetes Practice in Primary Care (20 credits) Understanding Dementia (20 credits) Management of Long-Term Conditions in Children (20 credits) Communication, Learning and Teaching in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Assessment method
Modules are usually assessed via presentations, seminars, abstracts, posters or a 3,000 – 4,000 word written assignment. Students also complete a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Applicants will normally have clinical, managerial or leadership experience and/ or be educated to degree level. Students are normally in practice in the health and social care field. Full-time students, or students not in healthcare practice, will be identified and supported through the tutorial process. OR Successful completion of at least three years’ basic medical science at a UK medical school (having gained at least 360 credits) with a guaranteed place to continue medical studies on completion of the MSc. For international students a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH