Course summary

Our MSc in Digital Transformation in Health and Care is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to lead and drive change in the health and care professions. The course provides a balanced mix of theory and practical experience, giving you a solid understanding of what a digital strategy in healthcare means, both locally and internationally. This is an ideal programme for anyone interested in advancing digital health and playing a key role in improving healthcare systems. The course explores core elements of digital healthcare transformation, focusing on how digital tools and strategies are applied in real-world healthcare settings. You’ll gain valuable insight into local and international digital health strategies, which will allow you to see how healthcare innovations are implemented around the world. This is not just about technology, but about understanding the patient and clinical perspective, enabling you to develop a holistic view of healthcare that combines digital solutions with patient care. To accommodate diverse learning styles, the programme is delivered through monthly interactive online sessions, which include both lectures and practical seminars in healthcare. These sessions provide a chance to engage directly with tutors and peers, while directed self-study in health and care allows you to deepen your knowledge independently. Reading assignments and group work help reinforce the material, ensuring you understand the concepts and can apply them in real healthcare scenarios. The course includes an annual residential day at our Swansea SA1 Waterfront campus. This day is an engaging start to the academic year, offering a chance to meet other students and the academic team face-to-face. This gathering not only helps you feel part of the programme from the start but also serves as a valuable healthcare networking opportunity. Meeting peers, tutors, and industry experts in person is an ideal way to build connections and expand your professional network. As part of your learning journey, you will also explore leadership in digital transformation, a vital skill for anyone looking to bring about change within healthcare organisations. By understanding the principles of digital transformation in health and care, you will develop the knowledge required to help lead and support healthcare teams in adopting new digital approaches. The MSc in Digital Transformation in Health and Care is a unique opportunity to develop a future-focused skill set, combining healthcare expertise with digital strategy and leadership skills. Whether you are passionate about improving patient outcomes or advancing digital healthcare pathways, this programme will prepare you to make a lasting impact in the field.