MSc Health Analysis Policy Management
Course overview
The MSc Health Analysis, Policy & Management at the University of Strathclyde is a master’s programme that prepares students for leadership and analytical roles in healthcare. The course teaches how to examine, diagnose, and assess healthcare systems using research-based data and statistical methods. Students also learn about policies, rules, and frameworks that promote well-being and ensure effective healthcare management.
During this course, students develop skills in data analysis, strategic thinking, and leadership to improve healthcare systems. The programme focuses on applying critical and analytical skills to enhance healthcare performance. Core modules include Health Economics and Evaluation and Quantitative Business Analysis, while electives such as Risk Analysis equip students to manage and evaluate healthcare operations effectively.
Learning is delivered through lectures, software workshops, independent study, and research projects. Assessment methods include written assignments, examinations, team projects, presentations, and an individual dissertation completed during the summer.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants must hold at least a second-class Honours degree, or an international equivalent, in Management Sciences, Economics, Business, Public Health, or Health Sciences. Candidates with other qualifications may also be considered, provided their degree includes substantial coursework in Mathematics or Statistics.
English Proficiency:
- International applicants must achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no component score below 5.5.
Scholarships
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Masters Study
The value of the scholarship award is £6,000 and will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Engineering: Dean’s International Excellence Award for Masters Study
Dean’s International Excellence Awards for Masters Study worth between £9,000 and £12,000 to exceptional applicants joining a postgraduate taught programme in September 2026.
Up to £9,000Faculty of Science International Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduate Taught Masters Students
The scholarships value will range from £7,000 to £8,000.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science International Masters Scholarship
Scholarships of £6,000 are available to new international fee-paying students.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Science International Scholarship for MRes Physics
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international students joining the MRes Physics in the academic year 2025/26.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science Scholarship for Online Masters Students
Scholarships of £1,900 are available to new students joining one of our online programmes in September 2026.
Up to £1,900Humanities & Social Sciences Alumni Scholarship: Postgraduate Taught
Value: 20% tuition fee discount.
Up to 20% of feesHumanities & Social Sciences Dean's International Excellence Scholarship
The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is delighted to offer a number of Deans Excellence scholarships worth £10,000 to international students.
Up to £10,000Humanities & Social Sciences: International Masters Scholarships
The scholarships will be awarded to the value of £6,000 or £8,000.
Law Postgraduate Community Bursary
Value: £700
Up to £700Masters Scholarship for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international fee-paying students joining a postgraduate taught masters degree in the Department of Physics in September 2026.
Up to £7,000MBA Part Time - Female Leader of the Future Scholarship
he value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500MBA Part time Visionary Scholarship
The value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500SBS International Masters Scholarship
Scholarship awards will range from £7,000 to £9,000, depending on the programme and course fee.
Up to £7,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Award for International Students
Value: Varies by course fee - Between £10,000 and £12,000
Up to £10,000Strathclyde Full Time MBA 60th Anniversary Scholarships
Value: 50% of Full Time MBA tuition fee.
Up to 50% of feesTuition Fee Reduction of 25% for NHS Employees
Up to 25% of tuition fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Health Analysis, Policy & Management from the University of Strathclyde can pursue careers in diverse sectors of healthcare, policy, and management. Possible roles include:
- Health Policy Analyst
- Health Systems Manager
- Public Health Program Officer
- Health Economist
- Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
- Healthcare Consultant
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Health Analysis, Policy & Management at the University of Strathclyde for international students is £32,800.
Admission
Applications should be submitted directly through the University of Strathclyde’s online portal. Contact one of AHZ’s trained counsellors for personalised guidance—they can assist with your application and ensure it meets all the necessary requirements.
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