Health and Wellbeing
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Entry requirements
2:1 honours degree, or equivalent OR Postgraduate diploma award or a professional qualification recognised as being equivalent to an honours degree -Applicants with a 2:2 honours degree or below, an ordinary degree or DipHE in a relevant subject, plus
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
The MA Health and Wellbeing is designed to meet the career development needs of health and social care professionals in the UK.The course will increase your awareness of the social, technological, economic, political and environmental changes taking place within health and social care, whether in the public, private or voluntary sectors, enabling you to take your career to the next stage.You will study core modules in the development of local, national and international health and social care policy, the influence of sociology, psychology and ethics on our understanding of health and wellbeing, the issues of health and social care provision in remote and rural areas as well as gaining skills in research methods.You will study part time through fully-supported online learning, with lectures, tutorials and other materials accessible via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE). You will receive regular support from your tutors and peers via online discussions, telephone and email; whichever suits you best.
Information for international students
English Language Requirements
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page
Fees and funding
Standard fees are for students normally domiciled in Scotland/European Union/EEA(outside UK) and with a term time address in Scotland. These students usually have their fees paid by the SAAS. For Students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK other fees Standard Fee GBP 5000 Rest of UK GBP 5850. International Fee GBP 8120. For International Students There are a variety of funding opportunities available to you. You can contact our international office for advice on what funding you can apply for. UHI is offering scholarship worth around £1000 to all applicants whose home domicile is in South Asia
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- part time36 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Assessment
Courses are assessed through a variety of methods which may include coursework exercises, presentations, oral and written poster presentations, essays, reports, tutorials and exams.
Course contact details
- info@uhi.ac.uk
- Phone
- 0845 272 3600