MSc Health Policy and Management

Dublin

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

Trinity College Dublin's MSc in Health Policy and Management offers a comprehensive curriculum covering various aspects of healthcare systems, policies, economics, and management. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to navigate the complexities of healthcare administration and policymaking.

Curriculum: The curriculum integrates core modules encompassing healthcare policy analysis, health economics, healthcare management principles, public health, and leadership skills. Students engage in case studies, seminars, and practical projects focusing on real-world healthcare scenarios.

Research Focus: The program emphasizes research methodologies relevant to health policy and management. Students explore topics such as health policy evaluation, healthcare financing models, healthcare disparities, and the impact of policy changes on healthcare delivery.

Industry Engagement: Trinity College Dublin fosters collaborations with healthcare institutions, policymakers, and healthcare organizations. These connections provide opportunities for internships, industry projects, and interactions with healthcare professionals, offering practical insights into healthcare practices.

Global Perspective: The program emphasizes a global outlook by addressing healthcare challenges from an international perspective. It explores diverse healthcare systems worldwide, analyzing comparative health policies, global health initiatives, and healthcare reforms.

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Location

Dublin

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

€ 21800

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: For admission to postgraduate programs at Trinity College Dublin, international students are typically required to have achieved a minimum academic score of 65% or above in their prior qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 88, with no section score below 20.
  • PTE Academic: Overall score of 63, with a minimum of 59 in each section.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 120, with a minimum of 105.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Trinity College Dublin offers an array of scholarships to attract and support international students seeking to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to talented individuals from around the world.

Trinity Global Graduate Award: This award provides financial assistance to high-achieving international students applying for postgraduate programs. It covers full tuition fees for successful applicants, ensuring access to Trinity's exceptional academic offerings.

Trinity College Dublin Scholarships: These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students based on academic merit and may cover partial tuition fees or provide stipends to support living expenses.

Government and External Scholarships: TCD facilitates numerous external scholarship programs offered by governments, foundations, and organizations worldwide. These scholarships vary in criteria and scope, providing opportunities for international students across different academic disciplines.

Specific Program Scholarships: Certain academic departments or faculties within Trinity College Dublin may offer scholarships tailored to specific fields of study or research areas. These scholarships aim to attract exceptional talent and encourage students to pursue specialized programs.

Sports Scholarships: TCD also recognizes athletic excellence by offering scholarships to international students with outstanding sports achievements. These scholarships support student-athletes in balancing their academic pursuits with sports participation.

Graduates of Trinity College Dublin's MSc in Health Policy and Management have various career pathways.

  1. Health Policy Analyst: Analyze healthcare policies, assess their impact, and provide recommendations to policymakers in governmental or non-governmental organizations.

  2. Healthcare Manager/Administrator: Assume managerial roles in hospitals, healthcare organizations, or clinics, overseeing operations, budgets, and staff management.

  3. Health Economist: Utilize economic principles to analyze healthcare systems, assess costs, and evaluate the efficiency of healthcare interventions.

  4. Public Health Officer: Work in public health agencies, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and community health initiatives.

  5. Healthcare Consultant: Provide advisory services to healthcare organizations, advising on strategic planning, policy implementation, and quality improvement.

  6. Healthcare Researcher: Conduct research in health policy, healthcare management, or health services research in academic or research institutions.

  7. Healthcare Advocate/Policy Lobbyist: Advocate for healthcare reforms, represent healthcare organizations, or lobby for policy changes in healthcare.

  8. Global Health Manager: Work in international organizations, NGOs, or global health agencies, focusing on global health policy and implementation.

  9. Quality Improvement Specialist: Develop and implement strategies to improve healthcare quality and patient outcomes within healthcare facilities.

  10. Health Information Manager: Manage healthcare data systems, ensuring compliance, data security, and efficient information management.


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