Western Sydney University
Master of Health Science (Health Services Management)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Develops forward-thinking leaders equipped to navigate complex health systems, implement policy reform and drive organisational excellence across diverse healthcare settings.
Course overview
The Master of Science (Health Services Management) is tailored towards professionals working in a variety of health science settings, including both government and non-government organisations. Particular emphasis is placed on critical and analytical skills in policy analysis, economic evaluation and epidemiology, providing graduates with the ability to respond creatively to changes as they arise. University students develop practical skills in community development and health promotion programs, as well as completing research and practical experience in the evaluation of a contemporary issue in health science. Graduates of this program are strongly equipped to be health managers who remain up to date with emerging business developments and can evaluate and implement appropriate initiatives in the healthcare setting. This program offers a wide variety of options, with flexible delivery, taught by experts in the field. Flexible entry and exit points are available.
The Health Services Management specialisation is designed for medical, nursing, allied health and other health professionals who require skills in contemporary management and their application in the health care setting. Particular emphasis is placed on critical and analytic skills in health service governance, financing, quality and safety, planning and evaluation and health policy, thus providing graduates with the ability to respond effectively to changes as they arise. Students in this specialisation can further focus their studies in areas relevant to health service managers, such as project management, aged care management, human resource management and research and development.
Key facts
What you will study
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points comprised of the subjects listed below. Unless otherwise indicated, each subject is worth 10 credit points.
Complete the following subjects:
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- The Social Determinants of Health
- Health Systems and Policy
- Healthcare Data for Decision-Making
- Advanced Health Service Management
- Health Services Financing
- Quality and Safety
- Health Systems Planning and Evaluation
Entry requirements
Master of Health Science (160 credit points)
Applicants must have either an undergraduate, master or doctoral degree in any discipline or a graduate diploma or graduate certificate in any discipline and three years full-time equivalent work experience in a relevant health-related discipline.
Master of Health Science (120 credit points)
Applicants must have either an undergraduate degree or a graduate certificate in a relevant health-related discipline.
Master of Health Science (80 credit points)
Applicants must have an undergraduate honours, graduate diploma, master or doctoral degree in a relevant health-related discipline.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English language requirements
Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the university should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit for Prior Learning is recognising prior learning in terms of experience and/or studies. When you apply for Credit for Prior Learning, the university will assess your prior learning. It may award you Credit for Prior Learning in the program you are currently studying in recognition of what you have achieved. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:
- Health Services Management
- Aged Care Management
- Health Planning
- International Health
- Health Promotion
- Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
- Research Studies
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2025: $27,792 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is calculated based on an annual study load of 80 credit points.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
