If you are a health and social care practitioner undertaking work-based learning, our Master’s degree in Enhanced Professional Practice is an excellent way for you to gain formal academic credit for your professional development.
The course is a highly flexible and modular programme led by your needs as a student and as a busy professional. You will cover key policy and practice related topics, and refine your critical research and analytical skills in relation to health and social care.
All modules, with the exception of the 60 credit dissertation module, are optional to give you the flexibility to choose what you learn.
Most students undertaking this course will be in full time employment in an area where there is commitment to work based learning as this programme allows postgraduate studies to be undertaken whilst working.
Apart from a core induction period at the start of the course to introduce you to the principles of work-based learning, learning and teaching is through a blended learning approach which enables you to undertake flexible study whilst working.
WHY ENHANCED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AT SWANSEA?
The course is delivered through our School of Health and Social Care, giving you the benefit of our extensive cross-disciplinary teaching and research expertise.
According to the most recent Research Excellence Framework, 75% of research carried out at the School of Health and Social Care is 3* and therefore considerable in terms of reach and significance. Our focus on research outputs has resulted in a 21% increase in world-leading research (REF2021). This research expertise and excellence feed directly into our learning and teaching practise and your course content.
We have strong links with professional practice and academic research networks in Europe and around the world, so your learning is informed by the latest policy and practice developments.
To apply for this course you will need:
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more.
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries for both taught and research courses to help you fund your study.
Your Enhanced Professional Practice qualification will enable you to progress in your chosen discipline, potentially opening up opportunities in areas including research, education, policy, and management roles.
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