Overview
During the course of the Healthcare programme at Bangor University students will develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of issues at the forefront of theory and practice in students’ own professional field that enables them to critically evaluate research and provide possible alternative hypotheses.
Students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of relevant research and scholarly approaches applicable to practice and service improvement, with an informed knowledge of how the results of this application may improve health care practice and develop research ideas/policy.
Students who successfully complete the programme will be able to provide a level of critical thinking that develops and advances new ideas and aids in resolving complex organisational and practice issues, taking into consideration budgetary, political, strategic, ethical and social issues.
Careers
This course is intended to support the academic and career progression of healthcare professionals working in, or aspiring to senior roles within UK and international health care organisations. Graduates will be well placed to take advantage of role developments in health care, such as non-medical consultancy.
Where relevant, module and course learning outcomes will be mapped against the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework and the Skills for Health Framework to support career progression. Opportunities for students to develop vocational qualifications (e.g. NVQ management) within the programme will be explored.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Core modules include:- Research Methods
- Leadership in Context
- Advancing Skills Development
- Advancing knowledge
- Evidence for Improvement
- Approaches in Health Quality
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Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- Applications are accepted throughout the year, but we generally advise you to apply by the end of June (September intake) / end of October (January intake)
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Other requirements
General requirements
Admission by undergraduate degree
- Successful completion of Bachelor degree (minimum 2:ii) with significant experience in health service development.
- Students will be expected to be working in a role which has the capacity to support achievement of the course aims and objectives, and to be able to demonstrate organisational support.
- A candidate may be considered for acceptance provided that they have relevant work experience and have strong references and personal statement.
- Usually, under such circumstances, the candidate would be invited for an interview where circumstances allowed (e.g. face-to-face, Skype, telephone).
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18750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18750 GBP per year during 60 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Bangor
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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