MSc Public Health and Social Care in Practice (Level 7)

Course Features

Campus:

London

Duration:

1 year

Available Starts:

January, February, May, June, September

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Information about course

Overview
Structure and content
Teaching and assessment
Entry requirements
Employability

This course addresses the transformation of social care for older people. As people live longer, there is a need to rethink how to support their needs. The programme also tackles current public health issues such as lifestyle-related diseases, which can often be prevented through healthier living. It highlights the importance of mental wellbeing, recognising that mental health is just as crucial as physical health. You will gain the knowledge and skills to understand and address long-term conditions, helping you find effective solutions to complex health problems.

Compulsory

Social Epidemiology and Public Health Development(20 credits)

Practice Based Research(20 credits)

Health Care System Organisation and Leadership(20 credits)

Community Care and Management of Longer-term Conditions(20 credits)

Public Health and Social Care Dissertation(60 credits)

Optional

Service Integration and Partnership Working(20 credits)

Quality Assurance and Service Improvements(20 credits)

Population Health and Digital Health Promotion(20 credits)

A variety of assessments will be used to challenge students. There is a strong academic focus within the programme alongside the development of practical skills.

2:2 honours degree 

or UWTSD recognised equivalent.

Alternative entry routes 

Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree.

Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.

These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.

Admissions Advice and Support 

For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.

English language requirements 

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.

This qualification is designed to facilitate your career and increase your expertise in the fields of public health and social care. Online advice and support is available from the UWTSD Careers Service as well as from MyCareer.