COURSE CURRICULUM

Queen Margaret University (QMU) offers a diverse range of postgraduate programmes across healthcare, public health, social sciences, arts, and communication, providing students with opportunities to pursue rewarding and impactful careers. Several courses fall within the Allied Health Professions stream, including MSc Occupational Therapy, MSc Physiotherapy, MSc Podiatry, MSc Speech and Language Therapy, and MSc Music Therapy. These programmes combine academic study with extensive practice placements and lead to eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), opening pathways to careers in the NHS, private healthcare, and international health services. QMU also offers specialist programmes in Public Health and Global Health, such as the MSc Public Health, MSc Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), and MSc Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. These courses focus on health policy, health systems, community development, social justice, and global health challenges, preparing graduates for roles in government agencies, non-governmental organisations, humanitarian organisations, and international development sectors. For students interested in media, politics, and communication, the MSc Political Communication and Public Affairs develops expertise in policy communication, campaigning, advocacy, and public affairs. The university’s creative and cultural programmes include the MA Participatory Arts and MA Stage Management and Technical Theatre, which equip students with practical and theoretical skills for careers in community arts, cultural management, theatre production, and the creative industries. Across all programmes, QMU places strong emphasis on practical learning, industry engagement, critical thinking, and professional development. Its small class sizes, experienced teaching staff, and extensive professional networks ensure that graduates develop both the academic knowledge and practical competencies required for successful careers. Whether students aspire to work in healthcare, public policy, international development, communications, or the arts, QMU’s postgraduate programmes provide a strong foundation for professional growth and meaningful contributions to society.