About Leadership In Health & Social Care (international) Msc in University of Bradford
Overview
This programme is designed to help you progress as an international healthcare professional. It will give you both the skills and the professional qualification you need to apply for more senior leadership and management positions within health and social care.
Our team of experienced academics and practitioners focus on competent management and effective leadership, giving students from both clinical and managerial backgrounds the tools required to deliver service improvement and sustainable change in health and social care settings.
The programme is suitable for those working in both clinical and non-clinical roles:
- those already working as allied health professionals, clinical scientists, nurses or doctors who wish to pursue managerial opportunities
- those working within the health and social care or voluntary sector in roles such as commissioning, quality improvement, clinical auditing or risk management who are looking to take the next step in their career
You will have the opportunity to study with people from a variety of different countries, services and settings. The programme is designed to be as useful as possible to both yourself and your employer; we combine study and assessment of theory alongside its application within a work setting.
Learning and assessment
This programme combines study and assessment of theory alongside its application within a work setting.
Study is through a blending learning approach including attendance on campus for each module, a virtual learing environment to support study, and ongoing tutor support.
Assessment of the programme includes practical application of skills and knowledge, demonstrating a theoretical understanding and enabling you to grow in confidence.
Career prospects
The programme is targeted at aspiring international healthcare professionals who wish to apply for leadership and management positions within health and social care, as well as those already working as allied health professionals, clinical scientists, nurses or doctors.
The course is also suitable for those working in a variety of non-clinical roles, for example, commissioners, quality improvement managers, clinical auditors, risk management, team leaders, social workers, patient advocates, or in the voluntary sector.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 70-60% depending on your university.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.0 (or equivalent)
- TOEFL : overall 80, and sub-tests not less than 18 in Reading,17 in Writing,17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking.
- PTE : overall score of at least 55, with at least 46 in each of the four sub-tests
University of Bradford Highlights
Type of institute |
Public |
Courses offered |
Undergraduate and graduate. |
Mode of program |
Online and on-campus |
Housing facilities |
Available |
Financial aid |
Scholarships, loans, and grants. |
Mode of application |
Online |
Alumni strength |
140,000 |
Student population |
10,000+ |
University of Bradford Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The table below mentions the cost of attendance for 42 to 51 weeks. The cost may vary according to the needs of individuals.
Items |
Amount per annum (GBP) |
Tuition and fees |
15,000-22,000 |
Accommodation |
2,140 – 6,080 |
Food, toiletries, and laundry (based on 50 per week) |
2,100-2,550 |
Books and supplies |
420-510 |
Mobile phone |
420-510 |
Local Travel |
420-510 |
Setup costs |
500 |
Insurance for personal possessions |
70 |
Estimated total |
21,070-32,460 |
University of Bradford Application Process
Application fee: 20-25 GBP
Supporting documents:
- Official transcripts of high school or college.
- Proof of English language proficiency.
- Scores of Standardized exams to study in the UK. (GRE/GMAT)
- CV or resume.
- Letters of reference (2)
- Work experience (graduates only)
English Proficiency Test Scores
Requirements vary per program but below are the general requirements
Tests |
Minimum scores |
IELTS |
6.0 overall with nothing less than 5.0 in all components or 5.5 in each of the components for Tier 4 visa applicants |
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English |
ISEII with Distinction in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing, or ISE III with Pass in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. |
TOEFL (iBT) |
80 overall with at least 18 in Reading, 17 in Writing, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking for Tier 4 visa applicants |
Pearson PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) |
Overall of 55, with at least 46 in each of the four components or 51 in all components for Tier 4 visa applicants |
Cambridge Advanced Certificate and Cambridge Proficiency Certificate |
Grade C |
Note: Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the university temporarily accepts TOEFL at Home test, LanguageCert exam, and Linguaskill English test.