Program Overview
The Health Care Quality and Safety at Sam Houston State University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, 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 Health Care Quality and Safety programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Care Quality and Safety 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
- Health Services Administration
- Health Care Quality and Safety
- Advanced Concepts in Health Care Quality
- Risk Management in Health Care Organizations
- Leading Change in Healthcare Organizations
- Statistical Design in Health
- Resarch Seminar
- Health Care Quality & Safety Capston
- Internship
- Thesis I
- Thesis II
- Quality and Safety Public Reporting Systems
- Health Care Informatics
- Foundations of Epidemiology
- Chronic Care Coordination
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants seeking admission to the graduate program in Health Care Quality and Safety must submit the following directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions:
- A Graduate Studies Application with the application fee
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution
- Official transcript(s) from all postsecondary schools attended
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Official scores for the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, DAT, LSAT, USMLE, or other graduate school entrance exams obtained within the last 5 years. This requirement may be waived if any of the following apply:
- Graduate or professional degree from U.S. accredited institutions
- Successfully completed 9 or more hours of graduate coursework from an accredited institution in the U.S. with no grade below a B
- Evidence of a minimum of 3 years of professional supervisory experience in healthcare.
- Writing samples:
- Please include a 250-500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study at Sam Houston State University, and your academic objectives, career goals, and related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, relevant to your program of interest. Include any substantial accomplishments
- Please provide a 500 word description of one key issue in Healthcare Quality or Patient Safety and discuss possible solutions.
- Two letters of recommendation from:
- Individuals who served in a supervisory capacity, and who can strongly attest to the applicant\xc2\x92s work ethic, and/or
- Academic instructors who can strongly attest to the applicant\xc2\x92s academic ability
- A CV or resume
- Evidence of health care work experience in clinical or non-clinical settings preferred
- On-campus or video interview with the MSHCQ&S faculty coordinator for selected competitive applicants meeting all admissions criteria
- The program currently does not accept international students
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sam Houston State University 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 Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, United States
Sam Houston State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 9