Program Overview
The Health Studies (Family Health) at University of the West of Scotland is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 months, delivered Online. 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 Studies (Family Health) 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
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Studies (Family Health) 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
- Responding to Public Health Challenges
- Working with Families
- Case Management within Family Health
- Research for Health and Social Care
- Health Economics
- Delivering Compassionate Care
- Independent Study in Health and Social Care
- Advanced Work-based Learning
- Leadership for Effectiveness
- The Business of Healthcare
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare
- Clinical Teaching
- Contemporary Issues in Maternal and Child Health
- Social Marketing
- Supporting Normality in Childbirth
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants should normally possess a relevant health-related degree or equivalent.
Relevant previous academic credit and/or prior learning will also be considered.
Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.
Applicants must have the English language and literacy skills as per University guidelines or Nursing and Midwifery guidelines* (IELTS score of 7 or above) for work-based modules. Skills and experience in information communication technology is also desirable.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland 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 the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-03
- Language English
- Duration 36 months