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MSc Leadership in Health and Social Care
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Healthcare is complex and constantly evolving. Delivering effective, compassionate services takes strong leadership and a clear vision for the future.
The MSc Leadership in Health and Social Care is an 18-month course, consisting of five modules (180 credits) which will enhance your own practice, inspire your colleagues, and drive meaningful change
You will have the opportunity to study with people from a variety of different services and settings. The programme is designed to fit into busy working schedules and to be as useful as possible to both you and your employer; we combine study and assessment of theory alongside its application within a work setting.
This programme combines study and assessment of theory alongside its application to practice.
The course is designed to appeal to different cohorts, including managers and those aspiring to a more managerial roles within health and social care settings, as well as practitioners who aspire to develop a research-focused career.
The College welcomes applications from all potential students, and offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application.
While there are no compulsory additional costs associated with this course, there may be general additional costs that you may incur as a student.
| Trimester | Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leadership in Health & Social Care | 30 |
| 1 | Effective Health and Social Care Teams | 30 |
| 2 | Leading change in Health and Social Care Organisations | 30 |
| 2 | Strategy and Innovation for Health and Social Care Leaders | 30 |
| 2 & 3 | Professional Practice Project | 60 |
The Professional Practice Project provides an opportunity to apply knowledge and understanding of methodology and methods to develop an area of practice, evaluating the impact or potential impact upon the practice area. You may undertake this project in your actual workplace, or the workplace may be a defined sphere of practice. There is an expectation that to achieve the desired outcome you will complete 50 professional practice hours. For students unable to undertake a professional placement an alternative case study scenario may be provided
Taught sessions will be face to face, plus blended learning where appropriate.
Career Advancement: Equips you for senior roles like Clinical Lead, Service Manager.
Enhances strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to foster collaborative cultures.
Develops skills to use research, policy analysis, and data to drive service improvements and better patient outcomes.
Provides opportunities to build professional networks with industry experts and peers globally.
Deepens understanding of health policy, financial management, human resources, and digital change in healthcare.
The qualification is highly relevant for professionals aiming to move beyond operational roles to strategic leadership positions.
The course could lead to managerial positions within health and social care settings or related sectors.
Healthcare Manager, Hospital Administrator, Practice Manager (GP surgeries), and Operational Manager.
Clinical Manager, Head of Nursing, Quality Assurance Manager, and Lead Practitioner.
Social Services Manager, Community Health Coordinator, and Social Work Team Leader.
Health Policy Analyst, Health & Social Care Consultant, and Commissioning Manager.
Upon successful completion of this course, you could continue your studies at level 8 through doctoral programme in health and social care or related fields.
By choosing to study at OLC you are making a big financial commitment. It’s important that you understand exactly what your fees cover and what additional costs you will need to budget for.
* The availability of some of these items may be impacted by local and national social distancing restrictions placed on the College from time to time. As such, there may be times when we are unable to provide some or all of the services and facilities listed here.
Our courses are taught by academics that have relevant industry experience and subject specialism that will help and support your learning journey.
MSc Leadership in Health and Social Care
