Health Care Policy and Management

University of Birmingham

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year HealthSocial work, childhood, and youth studies

Health Care Policy and Management MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Birmingham, based in Birmingham, taught full-time over 1 year.

About this course

The Health Care Policy and Management course at HSMC bridges the traditional divide between academic study and the worlds of health care policy and practice, in the UK and overseas.

There are two pathways on this course:
- MSc Health Care Policy and Management

- MSc in Health Care Policy and Management specialising in managing quality and service improvement.

Why study this programme at the University of Birmingham?
The MSc Health Care Policy and Management provides both theoretical frameworks and practical tools that can be applied to health systems in the UK and overseas, designed for senior managers, clinicians and policy makers working in or with health care organisations, or with an interest in developing their careers in this direction.
- A challenging and inspiring programme, equipping health and social care practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence for career and organisational development.

- Experienced Faculty: Taught by experienced practitioners and experts, ensuring high-quality education and practical insights.

- Access to excellent facilities: taught at Park House in the Health Services Management Centre (a short walk from the centre of campus), you will be equipped with on-site and online support.

Career opportunities
This programme is designed for senior managers, clinicians and policy makers who are already working in or with health care organisations, or who have an interest in developing their careers in this direction.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Birmingham

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Birmingham

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Health, Social work, childhood, and youth studies