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Overview
Professional Health Studies (3rd Year Entry) degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is an increasingly important area of health policy, holding the possibility of reducing healthcare costs and providing a better experience for healthcare system users.
You will develop critical and analytical problem-based learning skills as well as transferable skills which reflect the demands made of today’s healthcare professionals.
The course can also support individuals who wish to pursue a career within the health and social care system in roles such as healthcare project manager, patient advice and support officer, and senior clinical support worker. The degree achieves this by helping you to develop critical awareness of workplace factors that could be improved to improve the patient experience.
Jobs
This degree prepares you for a successful career in a diverse range of job roles within the health and social services sector in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Previous graduates have achieved promotion in their current workplace while others have gone on to work for local authorities, health boards, local and national government agencies and charities.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Long-Term Conditions Management
- An Introduction to Palliative Care
- Therapeutic Communication
- Pain Management
- Essentials of Cancer Care
- Supporting People Facing Loss
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Online start: January, May, September
Language
English
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Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Public Health Health Management Health Sciences View 782 other Masters in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 78
Other requirements
General requirements
- SQA HND or BTEC Level 5 HND: Relevant qualification in healthcare such as HND in Health and Social Care.
Tuition Fee
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International
13325 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13325 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 24 months.
Rest of Uk (English, Northern Irish, Welsh)/ Republic of Ireland
- £9,250 Cost of study per year (for four years but you will not pay more than £27,750)
Living costs for Paisley
700 - 1400 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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