Leadership in Health and Social Care MSc
University of Derby
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This postgraduate programme offers a flexible masters degree for those working, or interested in working, within Health and Social Care who want to increase their leadership skills and create a pathway of learning which is bespoke to their individual workplace needs. Modules can be studied in a range of modes including on campus, blended, online and distance learning.New for September 2022, this Masters is for people who want to understand world affairs from all angles, and develop the skills ...Read more

This postgraduate programme offers a flexible master's degree for those working, or interested in working, within Health and Social Care who want to increase their leadership skills and create a pathway of learning which is bespoke to their individual workplace needs. Modules can be studied in a range of modes including on campus, blended, online and distance learning.New for September 2022, this Masters is for people who want to understand world affairs from all angles, and develop the skills and vision required to find solutions to complex problemsWe’re looking for students with a diverse range of skills and experience who are ready to engage in lively debates and are open to new perspectives. Scientists, artists, accountants, historians, marketers - graduates of any discipline (or non-graduates with valuable experience) are welcomeYou will develop strong skills in research, data analysis and communication, and become an adept critical thinker and problem-solver. These skills are essential if you want to progress on to a research degree and they’re also valuable for a range of roles in politics, campaigning, think-tanks, NGOs, civil or diplomatic servicesWe’ll make sure you have an exceptional student experience, with more contact hours than most universities and staff that go the extra mile to support you

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48/279
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13 Feb 25

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27 Feb 24

My course is really interesting and my tutor is fantastic! The part time course works well alongside working and being a mum. The disability support is somewhat lacking due to..Read more

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Entry requirements

Students need to have an 2:2 Undergraduate Degree classification or above and minimum of 40 level 6 academic credits plus relevant Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) (United Kingdom applications only). Recognition of prior experiential learning applications are not available for overseas students due to difficulties in validating previous experience.

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£16,900 per year

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My course is really interesting and my tutor is fantastic! The part time course works well alongside working and being a mum. The disability support is somewhat lacking due to...
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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby Derbyshire DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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