Master of Science in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Advance your career in healthcare leadership with a focus on quality improvement and patient safety.
Best for:Best for healthcare professionals (e.g., nurses, doctors, managers) with a primary honours degree seeking to advance into leadership roles focused on quality improvement and patient safety.
Overview
This Master of Science programme at University College Cork is designed for qualified healthcare professionals seeking to develop expertise in quality improvement within complex healthcare environments. The curriculum integrates clinical practice with management principles, preparing graduates to lead initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Ideal for practitioners from diverse clinical backgrounds and management roles, the programme emphasizes evidence-based approaches to healthcare delivery. Students engage in online learning, requiring basic technical proficiency and access to standard office software. The programme is open to both domestic and international applicants, with flexible admission pathways for those without a primary honours degree through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
What you'll do
- Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and healthcare delivery.
- Analyze healthcare data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead interdisciplinary teams in designing and evaluating healthcare quality improvement projects.
- Apply evidence-based practices to address challenges in clinical and operational settings.
- Engage in online learning and collaborative discussions to refine leadership and management skills.
- Contribute to research and policy discussions aimed at improving healthcare systems.
Requirements
Degree required: Primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) or equivalent in a healthcare-related field, or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for exceptional applicants.
Language: English; proficiency meeting university-approved standards (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL if applicable).
Instruction: English
- Professional registration with a healthcare regulatory body in the country of residence.
- Basic technical computer skills (e.g., word processing, web browsing, email).
- Access to reliable broadband and a PC/Laptop with Windows 7 or later/Mac OSX 10.7.4 or higher.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office or equivalent software (e.g., LibreOffice).
- Must be a qualified healthcare professional registered with a regulatory body.
- Applicants without a primary honours degree may qualify via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with committee approval.
- International applicants must meet equivalent academic standards to Irish requirements.
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How to apply
Deadline: Open until all places are filled or no later than June 30 (EU) / June 15 (Non-EU) · open until filled
Applicants must apply online through the University College Cork’s postgraduate application portal. Submit a CV, academic transcripts, proof of registration with a healthcare regulatory body, and any additional documents required for RPL consideration. Non-EU applicants follow a separate procedure with a June 15 deadline. Early application is strongly advised.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (primary honours degree or equivalent)
- Proof of registration with a healthcare regulatory body
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement (if required for RPL consideration)
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