Master of Science Healthcare Management (Northumbria University)

The Master of Science Healthcare Management programme accepts applicants who meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject area with a minimum of second lower (2:2) class qualification or equivalent; OR

Other qualifications and work experience will be assessed on a case-by-case basis

English Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); OR
• Other approved equivalent*

*The University accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in the English Language section. Visit https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/admissions/english-language-requirements/ for details.

In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.

Work Experience

• Mature candidates with work experience at a senior level and evidence of clear commitment to a career in a relevant area.

International Requirements:

• See course webpage for more information

After graduation, students may choose to pursue the following roles, including, but not limited to:

• Corporate Planning and Development Manager
• Government and Public Relations Manager
• Health and Social Services Manager
• Hospital Administrator
• Human Resources and Medical Staff Relations Manager
• Materials and Operations Manager
• Medical Records Manager
• Patient Care and Nursing Administrator

Core Modules

This Master’s Degree programme may be completed in a minimum of 18 months on a part-time basis. The following modules are covered in the programme:

• Developing Management and Leadership Competencies in Healthcare
• Dissertation Project
• Leadership and Collaborative Working in Public Health and Healthcare
• Managing Health Improvement through Social Marketing
• Research: Approaches, Methods and Skills
• Strategic Management of Healthcare