Health Care Policy and Management

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

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:

    1172 Social services managers and directors
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    2461 Social workers
    2223 Speech and language therapists
    1171 Health services and public health managers and directors

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Health, Social work, childhood, and youth studies

    Offered by

    University of Birmingham

    Birmingham

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