COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc Professional Development in Health and Social Care is supported by active research and scholarship carried out by academic staff across a wide range of fields, including consultancy, educational development, management education, leadership development, and project management, as well as clinical and practice-based areas such as health promotion, substance misuse (drugs and alcohol), social welfare, and clinical trials. This strong research foundation ensures that the course is informed by current evidence, professional practice, and emerging developments in health and social care. Staff members are engaged in externally funded research and consultancy projects, including grants, fellowships, and studentships, which contribute to the ongoing development of knowledge and practice in the field. Collaboration is a key feature of the program’s academic environment, with researchers working closely across different departments within Oxford Brookes University. In addition, staff maintain strong partnerships with external institutions, including the Institute of Health Sciences at the University of Oxford, as well as other national and international research organisations and centres. These collaborations help to ensure that the program remains current, research-informed, and globally relevant. Overall, students benefit from being taught within a dynamic academic environment that is closely connected to real-world research, innovation, and professional practice in health and social care.