Course Summary
The aim of this programme is to facilitate health and social care professionals to develop and augment their knowledge and skills in a manner conducive to the development of their professional practice. The Master of Health Science / Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Nursing / Professional Studies reflects many of the issues driving change in health and social care delivery in health and social care delivery and will challenge the participants to reflect on their own and their work setting’s capacity to respond to such a shift. The multi-disciplinary nature of the programme is mirroring the current and desired approach to healthcare delivery.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
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On-Campus Attendance
In the Postgraduate Diploma phase, students undertake directed work and attend 2-4 seminar days per module on campus. In the Master of Health Science phase, students attend 3-4 seminar days per semester online.