Masters (Coursework)
Graduates will develop in-depth contemporary knowledge of health and human service systems across a range of leadership and management dimensions including system planning, policy, strategy, governance, risk management, legal issues, ethics, health economics, financial management, quality & safety, leading & managing change, professional supervision, epidemiology, evaluating data/ evidence and translating evidence into practice.
At Masters level the course consists mainly of supervised work-based research projects. The course is able to be completed entirely via distance study methods but can be supported with optional mixed method delivery in some components of study at Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Rozelle campuses particularly through short course intensives.
Applicants with higher education study
Completed undergraduate degree at AQF7 level from an Australian higher education provider in a health or human welfare studies and services field, or equivalent overseas qualification
or
Completed undergraduate degree at AQF7 level from an Australian higher education provider in any discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and at least five years relevant professional and/or industry experience in a health or human welfare studies and services field.
This course is not available to international students. Please enquire online for advice on alternative course options.
In year 3 you will select from three pathways. To select the Professional Practice Pathway you must have previously completed one of the following UTAS courses: M4V Bachelor of Healthcare with Professional Honours, M6S Graduate Diploma of Leadership (Health and Human Services), M6Z Graduate Diploma of Healthcare Redesign.
Applications for credit can be made in your course application. Find out more information about how to apply for a credit transfer/advanced standing at Recognition of Prior Learning.