MSc Leadership and Management in Health (Distance Learning) at Kingston University

Programme overview

Apply for a health management postgraduate course at Kingston University, ranked number 2 in the UK by the Eduniversal global ranking 2026. Study from anywhere, alongside your current professional responsibilities.

What you will study

You will start with an induction programme that introduces you to the modules, aims of the course and helps you plan your study around your professional commitments. You will then move on to the course material for your chosen qualification. MSc - core modules: Managing Information in Health, Research Methods and Dissertation, Health Services Marketing, Strategic Health Management and Governance in Context, Aspects of Financial Resource Management in Health, Leading People and Organisational Change in Healthcare, Managing Health Services for Quality.

Career pathways

This programme offers excellent opportunities to advance your career in healthcare management. You’ll graduate with strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills that are highly valued by employers in healthcare.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: Entry to this programme is assessed on either academic attainment or work experience. You will need: A good honours degree from a UK university (or an equivalent qualification from a recognised international higher education provider) in a relevant discipline. This is usually health or social sciences, though other qualifications at honours degree level are acceptable. Advanced standing can be given for relevant educational or professional achievements. The Kingston University procedures for the assessment of prior learning (APL) and prior experiential learning (APEL) will be applied. English language: Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with no element below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 6,520 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) part-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 10,270 a year (2027/28). International part-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2-4 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://osis.kingston.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=PPLMH1LMH06BD01&code2=1802

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