Program Overview
The Advanced Clinical Practice MSc at University of Birmingham is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Advanced Clinical Practice MSc programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 13,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Advanced Clinical Practice MSc programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Decision Making (40 credits) - NB: Students will need to undertake 78 hours of supervised clinical practice
- Project Management and Research Governance (20 credits)
- Leadership in Advanced Clinical Practice (20 credits)
- Dissertation module (60 credits)
- Prescribing: scientific principles and safe practice (20 credits)
- Prescribing: safe effective practice (20 credits)
- Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
- Systematic Reviews and Evidence Synthesis (20 credits)
- Mixed Methods Research Designs (20 credits)
- Epidemiology Statistics and Research Methods (20 credits)
- Supportive and End of Life Care (20 credits)
- Caring for Cancer Patients (20 credits)
- Current Issues in Health (20 credits)
- Introduction to Leadership and Management for Health
- Health Promotion 20
- Health Care Evaluation and Commissioning
- Anticoagulation Management in Primary Care
- Advancing Care for Older People with Complex Needs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants for the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice will have completed a course leading to professional healthcare registration, have at least 36 months clinical experience, should normally hold an honours degree in their clinical field of practice. Applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development that shows an ability to study at masters level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 31 July 2026
- Start Date July 2026
- Language English
- Duration 3 years (part-time)