MSc Paediatrics and Child Health
Course overview
This MSc programme in Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Sussex offers a comprehensive blend of paediatric-clinical knowledge, health service leadership, and research methods. Students explore the scientific basis of childhood disease, developmental and emergency paediatrics, long-term condition management, and service provision in children’s health.
Learning is delivered through interactive seminars, case studies, workshops, and a substantial dissertation or project. Assessment typically involves written assignments of around 3,000 words, poster presentations, and a final research report.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants should hold a relevant first degree in medicine or an allied health profession such as nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or dietetics, and ideally also demonstrate experience working in paediatrics or child health.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency. For example, an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 is typically required.
Scholarships
Cate Haste Scholarship in History
£3,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £3,000Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film
£3,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £3,000Chancellor's Masters Scholarship
£3,000 for applicants assessed as 'Home' for fees or £5,000 for applicants assessed as 'Overseas' for fees.
Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc
£12,550 fee waiver
Up to £12,550John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering
£10,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £10,000MBA Impact Scholarship
£2,500 - £5,000 towards tuition fee reduction.
Up to £2,500Sanctuary Scholarship (Masters)
Shan Vaswani Borgartz Scholarship in Media
£5,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £5,000Stuart Hall Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee discount.
Up to £5,000Sussex Alumni Scholarship
£3,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £3,000Sussex Progressive Futures Scholarships
£10,000 tuition fee reduction.
Up to £10,000The University of Sussex Business School International Masters Award
£2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the Business school.
Up to £2,000The University of Sussex Engineering and Informatics International Masters Award
£2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the School of Engineering & Informatics.
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme are well placed for advanced roles in paediatric and child-health services. Possible career paths include:
- Paediatric Consultant
- Child Health Service Manager
- Clinical Researcher (child health)
- Specialist Nurse or Therapist Paediatrics
- Public Health Officer (focusing on children)
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the MSc Paediatrics and Child Health is £22,580 for an academic year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
Applications should be made through the University of Sussex online application portal. However, for personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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