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University of Surrey: Leadership in Healthcare
| Institution | University of Surrey View institution profile |
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| Department | FHMS - Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences |
| Web | www.surrey.ac.uk |
| admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44(0)1483 682222 |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Summary
Why choose this course - Study a curriculum designed to enhance your existing skills, knowledge and understanding of leadership and management in healthcare organisations to help you tackle the needs of modern healthcare.
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Examine decision-making, service redesign, implementation of change, patient safety and risk management throughout a variety of healthcare settings.
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Learn from a multidisciplinary team of lecturers and professional experts from a range of practice fields.
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Gain a holistic and broad view of the sector by learning alongside other healthcare professionals and healthcare leaders who will share their knowledge and ideas with you.
What you will study While examining contemporary policy, practice and leadership theory, we’ll help you understand how these apply to healthcare-relevant situations.
You’ll study topics, including change management, decision-making, patient safety and risk management, and service redesign.
You’ll also complete a research dissertation on an area of personal interest, which we’ll match with the expertise of our academic staff, ensuring you get the best support.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You should be currently working in a leadership or management role within a healthcare setting. You may be a registered healthcare professional or a healthcare manager. For information on entry requirements based on International Qualifications, please contact the admissions team with details about where you studied and the content of your qualification. English language requirements |
| Location | Kate Granger Building (Surrey Research Park) 30 Priestley Road Guildford GU2 7YH |
Summary
Why choose this course Study a curriculum designed to enhance your existing skills, knowledge and understanding of leadership and management in healthcare organisations to help you tackle the needs of modern healthcare. Examine decision-making, service redesign, implementation of change, patient safety and risk management throughout a variety of healthcare settings.
Learn from a multidisciplinary team of lecturers and professional experts from a range of practice fields.
Gain a holistic and broad view of the sector by learning alongside other healthcare professionals and healthcare leaders who'll share their knowledge and ideas with you.
What you will study While examining both contemporary policy, practice and leadership theory, we’ll help you understand how all these apply to healthcare-relevant situations.
You’ll study topics, including change management, decision making, patient safety and risk management, and service redesign.
You’ll also complete a research dissertation on an area of personal interest, which we’ll match with the expertise of our academic staff, ensuring you get the best support.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. You should be currently working in a leadership or management role within a healthcare setting. You may be a registered healthcare professional or a healthcare manager. For information on entry requirements based on International Qualifications, please contact the admissions team with details about where you studied and the content of your qualification. English language requirements |
| Location | Kate Granger Building (Surrey Research Park) 30 Priestley Road Guildford GU2 7YH |
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