Innovation and Improvement Science MSc

The MSc in Innovation and Improvement Science is designed for applicants working in a healthcare context with the scope to undertake innovation and improvement projects.

This work-based course allows you to explore how to make better use of research and innovation to improve ways in which healthcare is organised and delivered for the benefit of patients.

The course is designed to focus on key concepts:

  • Improvement science concepts
  • Evidence-based approaches
  • Quality improvement and measurement

The MSc also includes:

  • Work-based enquiry methods for investigating innovations and improvement projects
  • Work-based healthcare innovation and improvement projects, varying in size and scope depending on the target award

Students may also make a claim (Accreditation of Prior Learning) to gain credits for exemption from some modules.

Course content

The course structure is outlined below, including core modules and some example optional modules. This programme is extremely flexible to suit your needs.

Course duration

This programme will take 3 -5 years to complete.

Start dates

We are recruiting now for January and June 2025 starts. For more information or to apply please make an enquiry.

MSc Award
Part-time Study Mode
3 - 5 years Duration

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