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Bachelor of Science (Hons) Healthcare Management (Top-up)Awarded by: Teesside University, UK

Healthcare Management (Top-up) Degree
Healthcare Management (Top-up) Degree
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Programme Objectives

This program aims to develop the skills and behaviours required for the national and international professionals working within a complex healthcare system. This course develops the knowledge, skills, behaviours and attitudes required to manage and lead professional healthcare workers in practice and organizations while encompassing current international, national and local healthcare priorities. Students would be able to demonstrate effectiveness and confidence in healthcare management and be adaptable in using interpersonal and communications in a wider range of situations by being proactive in healthcare management and leadership.  

The main aims of this program are to enable students to:

Personal and Transferable skills:
• Take responsibility for own learning and development using reflection and feedback to analyse own capabilities, appraise alternatives and plan and implement actions
• Demonstrate effectiveness and confidence in healthcare management and be adaptable in using interpersonal communication in a wide range of situations
• Work effectively within a team to be supportive and proactive in management and leadership
• Explore and articulate understanding of risk management and change management for efficient and effective healthcare systems
• Select from a wide range of digital media appropriate to the task and operate responsibly within digital environments
• Explore and be creative to address evidence-based decisions and management issues with the multidisciplinary team, in complex situations and acknowledging accountability in these decisions

Research, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills:
• Develop critical skills in literature searching and critique to work with, and articulate abstract ideas, arguing from competing perspectives and to recognise the possibility of new concepts within existing knowledge frameworks
• Critique theoretical research models aspiring to seek new management information for high quality healthcare delivery
• Explore data and judge the reliability of patterns and relationships for management, to inform a choice of solutions to problems in healthcare

Professional Skills:
• Use knowledge of a range of management theories and drivers from a global perspective, to identify and produce evidence-based strategies for healthcare quality and improvement
• Incorporate awareness and critical evaluation of ethical and legal issues in the management of healthcare from a local, national and international perspective
• Demonstrate management knowledge and responsibility of organisational/team dynamics and how to build engagement and develop high performance with others

Why Teesside University 

Teesside University generates and applies knowledge that contributes to the economic, social and cultural success of students, partners and the communities we serve. Through education enriched by research, innovation, and engagement with business and the professions, we transform lives and economies. At Teesside University we seek to enhance the experience of all our students, staff and external partners by:

  • Delivering excellence in learning, research and enterprise
  • Empowering individuals and teams to enhance their contribution to the University
  • Fostering creativity, enterprise and innovation Embracing diversity and actively opposing prejudice
  • Communicating openly, honestly and respectfully at all times
  • Committing to sustainability and the protection of our environment
  • Taking responsibility and demonstrating leadership.

 

Programme Modules
Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Management
Informatics and Technology in Healthcare Management
Management and Professional Development for Healthcare Managers
Health Economics and Policy
Dissertation: Evaluating effective management in complex healthcare settings

 

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 40 (tutorial)

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Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
9 Months  TBC  TBC

 

Part-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
12 Months  April 2024 April 2025
November 2024 November 2025

 

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$13,625.00 S$700.00 - S$1,900.00
Part-time

Application fees: S$163.50

Note:

  • All application fees are non-refundable.
  • All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
     
  • Local:
  • Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
  • Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
  • International:
  • Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
  • Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
  • Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be of age 18 and above, and must obtain one of the following requirements:

  • A minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare related subjects OR
  • Relevant polytechnic / overseas polytechnic diploma in Healthcare management or clinical/Allied health or community health (equivalent to level-5, 120 Credit foundation degree or higher national degree) with a pass grade and an entry requirement of 10 years of formal education OR
  • Relevant PEI qualification in Healthcare management or clinical/Allied health or community health (equivalent to level-5, 120 Credit foundation degree or higher national degree) with an entry requirement of 12 years of formal education OR
  • Mature candidate of 30 years old and above with 8 years of relevant work experience 

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

English Language Requirements

The applicant is required to achieve one of the following:

  • C6 in English at GCE 'O' level OR
  • IELTS 6.0 (with no elements lower than 5.5) OR
  • MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE) OR
  • Pass MDIS English Placement Test OR
  • Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English OR
  • Equivalent

Financial Assistance Scheme

Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.

Study Loans

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 TCC Limited  +65 - 6319 3700   http://www.tcc.org.sg
 DBS Bank  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 629 2265  http://www.maybank2u.com.sg

0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 Standard Chartered Bank  1800 747 7000  http://www.standardchartered.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 968 2265  http://www.maybank.com.sg
 UOB  1800 226 6121  http://www.uob.com.sg
 OCBC  1800 363 3333  http://www.ocbc.com.sg
 DBS  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com
 POSB  1800 339 6666  http://www.posb.com.sg
 AMEX (Only 24 Months)  -   https://www.americanexpress.com/en-sg

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
9 Months  TBC   TBC

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$17,222.00 S$1,290.00 - S$2,800.00

Application fees: S$490.50

Note:

  • All application fees are non-refundable.
  • All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
     
  • Local:
  • Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
  • Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
  • International:
  • Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
  • Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
  • Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be of age 18 and above, and must obtain one of the following requirements:

  • A minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare related subjects OR
  • Relevant polytechnic / overseas polytechnic diploma in Healthcare management or clinical/Allied health or community health (equivalent to level-5, 120 Credit foundation degree or higher national degree) with a pass grade and an entry requirement of 10 years of formal education OR
  • Relevant PEI qualification in Healthcare management or clinical/Allied health or community health (equivalent to level-5, 120 Credit foundation degree or higher national degree) with an entry requirement of 12 years of formal education OR
  • Mature candidates who possess other qualifications should be 30 years old and above with at least 8 years of relevant working experience

Note: All applications are subject to the University’s approval

English Language Requirements

The applicant is required to achieve one of the following:

  • C6 in English at GCE 'O' level OR
  • IELTS 6.0 (with no elements lower than 5.5) OR
  • MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE) OR
  • Pass MDIS English Placement Test OR
  • Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English OR
  • Equivalent

Student Pass Application

International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detailed information.

For any programme enquiries, contact 6247 9111 (between Mon-Fri)
Email: etc@mdis.edu.sg

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Quick Information

Duration of Course 
Full-time: 9 Months 
Part-time: 12 Months 

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Commencement Dates

Full-Time Programme
TBC

Part-Time Programme
April
November

Contact Details

Local students:

+65 6247 9111

International students:
Main Hotline:

+65 6278 8000

+65 6796 7005

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