Evidence Based Future Healthcare - Online

The MSc in Evidence-Based Future Healthcare is an exciting new fully online interprofessional postgraduate course designed for busy healthcare workers seeking to transform their current practice, optimise healthcare outcomes and advance their careers in a rapidly evolving field. Our future-facing programme aims to equip healthcare workers from all backgrounds with the skills and knowledge to tackle current and emerging healthcare challenges by utilising cutting-edge approaches to evidence identification, appraisal, and implementation.



The programme will be delivered by experts in evidence-based healthcare from the University of Galway, with guest contributions from international experts. This programme is also closely linked with the internationally-recognised centres of excellence of Evidence Synthesis Ireland, Cochrane Ireland and the HRB Trials Methodology Research Network.



Students will learn about the key concepts, principles and application of evidence-based healthcare, health research methods, searching and appraising evidence, using statistics to inform healthcare decisions, person-centred care and shared decision-making in the age of mis/disinformation, the role of digital health and technology in clinical decision-making and advancing health equity through evidence-based practice. An applied final capstone project will ensure the applicability of learning to the student’s own workplace.



Our flexible online learning approach means learning at a time and place that suits you. We will use cutting-edge technology to deliver diverse online teaching and learning methods, including recorded lectures, live online tutorials, groupwork and interactive discussion boards, to maximise an engaging learning experience.



Transferable Skills Employers Value

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of evidence-based healthcare, including its key concepts, principles and application to emerging healthcare trends and challenges.

2. Identify and use appropriate research methods and designs for healthcare research, and formulate clear and answerable research questions.

3. Master the advanced skills necessary to effectively search, synthesise, appraise, and apply research evidence in healthcare decision-making.

4. Demonstrate competence in interpreting and critically evaluating common statistical tests used in healthcare research

5. Apply evidence-based healthcare principles to clinical decision-making, taking into account patient preferences, values, and unique circumstances, and foster a culture of shared decision-making.

6. Develop a deep understanding of the latest technological innovations in healthcare and their potential impacts on healthcare delivery and outcomes.

7. Promote health equity and address health disparities in various healthcare settings by applying the concepts and principles of evidence-based practice.

8. Apply knowledge and skills gained in the programme to real-world healthcare scenarios, demonstrating effective team-working, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.

9. Contribute to developing evidence-based healthcare policy and practice, and make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery by fostering a culture of knowledge translation and evidence-based practice.

Modules

• Introduction to Evidence-Based Healthcare: Principles and Practice

• Foundations of Research in Healthcare: Methods and Design

• Art and Science of Evidence-Based Healthcare: Searching, Synthesizing, and Appraising Evidence

• Interpreting Statistical Tests in Healthcare: A Practical Approach

• Person-Centered Care and Shared Decision-Making

• Innovations in Healthcare: Exploring the Role of Digital Health and Technology

• Advancing Health Equity through Evidence-Based Practice

• Applied Project: Interdisciplinary Healthcare Innovation: A Capstone.



Please see Course Web Page above for module details.

Entry Requirements

1. A 1.1 (or equivalent) or 2.1 (or equivalent) Bachelor’s honours degree in a healthcare-related field*

2. Applicants should have relevant work experience in healthcare, including direct care for individuals or communities in clinical settings, non-clinical roles in healthcare administration, policy, or research and community service focused on healthcare.

3. Applicants from diverse backgrounds with a variety of healthcare experiences, including those such as health policy, public health etc, healthcare management etc., are welcomed

4. A minimum overall score of 7.0 IELTS, with no less than 6.5 in any one band for international applicants



*Applicants from non-healthcare-related degrees will be considered (minimum requirement of 2nd Class Honours, Grade 1) on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the coordinators.

Closing Date: 31 July 2025.



Applications must be completed online at: https://nuigalway.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login.



An application requires a registration fee of €35. You will be asked to upload proof of identification, academic transcripts, a personal statement, an academic reference and documentation to fulfil the English requirement (where English is not your first language).

1 year Full-Time

2 years Part-Time

Next start date: September 2025

Career Opportunities

The MSc in Evidence-Based Future Healthcare opens a broad spectrum of employment and career advancement opportunities for graduates.