- Level
- Short Course
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Subject
- Health Studies
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- JAN 2026
Overview
This course explores the development of health policy in Britain, focusing particularly on more recent developments.
Entry requirements
This course is designed for those who are looking to develop a more in-depth and critical understanding of health policymaking in Britain. On-campus (Face-to-face) lectures (Fridays 10am-1pm) Jan: 22 January 2027 Feb: 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2027 Mar: 5, 12, 19, 26 March 2027 April: 2 April 2027 Online seminars (Thursdays 10am-11am) Jan: 28 January 2027 Feb: 4, 11, 18, 25 February 2027 Mar: 4, 11, 18, 25 March 2027 April: 1, 8 April 2027 The key takeaway from this course is an in-depth understanding of the history and possible future of the NHS. This short course module is designed to be flexible in allowing you to study and reach your goals at your own pace. Our health CPD courses are credit-bearing modules that contribute to a University degree or award. As a health care professional, once you've completed this course you could offset 15 credits as part of a postgraduate programme, continuing your study with further modules to make up a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) 60 credits, Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) 120 credits or Master of Science (MSc) 180 credits qualification (all credits must be awarded within five years of study commencing).
English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6.5 |
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IELTS 7.0 is required with no subtest below 6.5
Fees
International students: £1,250
UK students: £1,250
UK/Home: £1,250
International: £1,250
Start dates
January 2026
Campus
- London, United Kingdom
Where you will study
England Lane, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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