Introduction
Join our Masters in Applied Professional Practice to develop your career in healthcare, with learning that reflects your chosen pathway.
Already have an ARU degree? You may be eligible for our Alumni Scholarship for students starting postgraduate courses.
Study via blended learning with our specialist staff. You’ll complete work online or in the workplace, and join us on campus in Cambridge or Chelmsford for some sessions.
Our course features a range of optional modules which focus on specific areas, such as safeguarding, mental health care, and treatment of illnesses and injuries.
Teaching methods vary by module, and may include lectures and seminars, work-based activities, practical work, performances, presentations, field trips and e-learning through Canvas, our learning management system.
When you graduate, your learning will prepare you to take on a range of senior roles.
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Key facts
Entry requirements
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Fees and paying for University
Facilities
Outstanding student support
Join our postgraduate student community and:
- benefit from award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
- learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
- receive full support from our Employability Service, while you're studying with us and after you graduate
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.
Careers
The MSc Applied Professional Practice allows you to tailor your education to directly apply it to your career. Whether you want to focus on applying education, research or clinical expertise to your practice, this course is the one for you. This course will prepare you to build and develop your career to meet the ever changing challenges and opportunities in a variety of healthcare roles.
Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You could choose to continue your academic career with a PhD programme at ARU. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.
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Funding for postgraduate students
Get the latest information about finance for Masters and research students, including loans, ARU scholarships, and other sources of funding.
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