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Your statement of purpose should be written in academic English and detail your previous academic achievements as well as your research and work experience. It should explain how the skills and experiences you have gained during your studies and professional career relate to the course. You should also focus on your motivation behind applying for this course specifically and how it aligns with your future career aspirations.

A good personal statement highlights your strengths and describes how they would help you to be successful on the course, as well as what you can bring to the cohort. The statement should also demonstrate clear interest in the field of health service improvement and/or evaluation, either through study or work experience (including unpaid, formal employment, internships). Please note that the word count for the personal statement must not exceed 500 words.

MSc HSIE overview

The MSc HSIE develops students’ knowledge, skills, and practical experience in diagnosing health service challenges, designing interventions, and evaluating complex systems. Prof. Mike English discusses some of the thinking behind the MSc HSIE in this video.

The new MSc HSIE explained

The MSc in HSIE develops students’ knowledge, skills, and practical experience in diagnosing health service challenges, designing interventions, and evaluating complex systems. Course Director Sebastian Fuller and Deputy Director Claire Keene explain the MSc HSIE