International Healthcare Management, MSc, University of Essex Online

the United Kingdom

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc	Part-time, Distance, Online	24 months	January, April, July	GBP 12858 total	GBP 13427 total

About International Healthcare Management, MSc - at University of Essex Online

Healthcare is a subject that affects everyone from all over the world, and this programme gives you a chance to delve into the management of this complex and vital field.

During this online MSc International Healthcare Management course you will look into healthcare management issues facing managers today. You'll learn how to make decisions and implement change based on those issues, as well as issues you are facing in your own healthcare environment.

Throughout this course, you'll explore a broad range of topics including:

the key issues and challenges facing senior management in today's healthcare environments and the benefits of strategic management
how to use health economics to inform public policies and planning for effective and efficient delivery of healthcare services
practical leadership skills underpinned by a critical appreciation of leadership theory
the concept of evidence-based management practice in healthcare environments

You'll also have the opportunity to develop a focused piece of independent research into a global healthcare management issue that is of personal interest to you. If you are looking for a course which will make a real change within your healthcare environment, then this course is perfect for you.

We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellent online education.

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Notes about fees for this course

Our fees are the same for all students, and anyone will receive a 5% discount if they pay the full course fee payment up-front.

10% Course Scholarship available for the January 2026 intake.

International students residing in specific regions outside of the UK may be eligible for a partial scholarship for our undergraduate and postgraduate online courses.

Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2026 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

You don’t need to complete a separate application form for a scholarship; it’ll be applied once you’ve received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships can’t be combined but can be used alongside our full payment discount.

Entry requirements

We know that many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses! That's why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet our English language requirements.

Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within your two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies.

Academic entry route

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our MSc International Healthcare Management, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:

an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification

Work experience entry route

In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our MSc International Healthcare Management, you must meet the following criteria:

at least three years’ relevant work experience

English language requirements

As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency with English is required. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0. Don't worry if you don't hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification - we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.

You don't need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries.

Fees, Funding and Scholarships at University of Essex Online

A university education is one of the biggest investments in yourself and career. Our tuition fees include all teaching materials and required reading – there aren't any hidden charges for assessments or resits.

We also offer students a range of tuition fee discounts, scholarships and payment options for our online courses*.

Full payment discount: Pay the full tuition fee upfront and you will get a 5% discount.
Alumni discount: Graduates from the University of Essex or University of Essex Online are eligible for a 10% discount.
Regional scholarship: If you're living outside the UK you might be eligible for a scholarship.
Student loan: Students based in England might be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England for our Bachelors and Masters degrees.
Monthly payment plan: Available for those who are self-funding.

* Please note that a maximum of two discounts or scholarships can be applied. For more information on our discounts and scholarships and to discuss your eligibility please contact our Admissions team.

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