Program Overview
The Postgraduate Pathway: Health Science at Swansea University is a Pre-Master 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 Postgraduate Pathway: Health Science 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5
- Tuition: GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Swansea, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Postgraduate Pathway: Health Science 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 Science
- Health Science Study Skills
- ICT Skills
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English language requirements
English test exemptions
- Please note that where appropriate (i.e. you have obtained the relevant score) ICWS will continue to exempt the need for IELTS/PTE from students who have taken local examinations in English such as WAEC, KSCE, ICSE, HKDSE, A-level, IB, SPM and so on and to exempt students who can demonstrate where they have been taught through the medium of English.
English language dates
- 10 weeks courses begin in January, April, July and September of each year
Your English language preparation
- If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date. The English Language training is conducted by Swansea University\'s English Language Training Services (ELTS).
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Swansea 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 Swansea University
Swansea University
Swansea, United Kingdom
Swansea University is a public research university located in Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom. It was established as University College of Swansea in 1920, as the fourth college of the University...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
