Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Medical Education and Health Management
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The flexible, research-oriented online master for experienced healthcare professionals who want to shape education, quality, and service development — and prepare for a PhD in Healthcare Studies.
MFHEA-Accredited
Why Choose the M.Sc. in Medical Education and Health Management?
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Medical Education and Health Management is a 90 ECTS programme at EQF Level 7, accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). It can be completed full-time in 18 months or part-time in 30 months. The programme is built for experienced healthcare professionals who want to strengthen their profile in education, quality, research, and strategic leadership.
Its distinctive positioning combines German-language delivery, a fully online format, 450 contact hours, small tutorial-based learning, and a clear MSc-to-PhD route. The two-phase curriculum connects academic depth with direct professional relevance: a strong foundation in medical education, healthcare management, digitalisation, and research, followed by a targeted specialisation phase and a final master research project.
Your Path
Who Will Benefit from This Programme?
This programme is especially relevant for experienced healthcare professionals with a bachelor’s degree who want to take the next step in education, quality, leadership, or service development. It is designed for professionals who already carry responsibility or are preparing for more senior roles in clinical, educational, administrative, or organisational contexts.
Core target groups include experienced nurses, paramedics, medical educators, quality managers, and other healthcare professionals seeking an academically grounded and flexible progression route. The fully online German-language format allows you to develop your expertise while continuing your professional responsibilities.
Career Impact
What Are the Career Opportunities After Graduation?
Graduates strengthen their profile for demanding leadership, coordination, and development roles in healthcare and education. Typical career paths include Director of Nursing, Nursing Home Director, Head of Vocational Education, Head of Emergency Medical Services, Healthcare Quality Manager, E-Health Consultant, and Healthcare Project Manager.
The programme also creates a strong academic platform for professionals who want to contribute to organisational development, educational innovation, and evidence-based practice — or continue towards doctoral-level study in Healthcare Studies. The seven specialisations allow participants to sharpen their profile for the healthcare sector they want to shape.
Foundation Phase: Core Competencies for Leadership, Education, and Quality Development
In the initial phase, students build advanced theoretical and practical competence in medical education, healthcare management, digital skills, and scientific research. This phase is designed to strengthen the capabilities needed to lead teams, improve quality, develop services, and shape evidence-based practice in complex healthcare environments.
- Medical and Nursing Sciences: Evidence-Based Medicine and Pathophysiology, Nursing Science, Research in Healthcare and Nursing
- Education and Didactics: Methodology and Didactics in Initial and Continuing Education, Knowledge Transfer in Medical Education, Practical Instruction and Supervision in the Field
- Management and Leadership: Management of Educational Institutions, Business Management, Strategic Leadership, and Quality Management
- Communication and Law: Professional Communication and Counselling, Legal Frameworks in the Healthcare Sector
- Digitalisation and Media Literacy: Digital Competence, Simulation-Based Learning, and Modern Educational Technologies
- Scientific Work: Fundamentals of Empirical Research, Data Analysis, and Application of Scientific Methods
This foundation phase creates the academic and professional base for leadership in healthcare and medical education, while also preparing students for research-oriented progression beyond the MSc.
Specialisation Phase: Sector-Focused Expertise for Healthcare Leadership
In the second phase, students choose a specialisation to deepen their expertise in a specific service or organisational field. The focus is on sector-specific processes, legal frameworks, digital developments, and leadership strategies that support educational quality, organisational performance, and future-ready healthcare delivery.
- Nursing Science
- Managed Care, E-Health, and Integrated Care Management
- Legal Aspects of Emergency Services
- Organisation of Emergency and Rescue Services
- Interfaces between Emergency Services and Funding Bodies
- Hospital Management
- Leadership in Outpatient and Inpatient Long-Term Care Facilities
These specialisations help graduates sharpen their profile for leadership and development roles across diverse healthcare sectors while building a focused basis for advanced academic and professional progression.
Ready to Strengthen Your Leadership and Research Profile?
Take the next step in healthcare education, quality, and service development. Contact our admissions team for a personal consultation and discover how this flexible online MSc can support your pathway towards senior roles and doctoral study.
Admission
Relevant EQF/MQF Level 6 degree (healthcare-related).
EQF/MQF Level 5 qualification + portfolio + 5+ years experience.
APEL/RAPL/RAPEL recognition via prior learning portfolio.
Basic digital skills required for online study.
Workload in Terms of Credits (ECTS)
| Qualification | ECTS |
|---|---|
| MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.SC.) IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT | 90 |
| Qualification | ECTS |
|---|---|
| MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.SC.) IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT | 90 |
- A relevant MQF/EQF Level 6 degree
- An MQF/EQF Level 5 full qualification,
- AND a portfolio evidencing appropriate writing and analytical skills to ensure that the prospective candidate can fully and meaningfully participate in the course,
- and work experience at professional and/or executive level for at least five years,
- or a portfolio of prior learning including training, education and professional experience approved on the basis of the EIM policy of Recognition and Accreditation of Prior Learning, Accreditation of Experiential Learning (APEL),
- and Recognition of Accredited Prior Learning (RAPL or RAPEL) according to the RPL policy.
- Examples are:
- A candidate has already earned five ECs on the MQF / EQF Level 7 at another institution (RAPL or RAPEL);
- A candidate has participated in corporate training and mentorship without earning credit (APL);
- A candidate has successfully founded and developed a start-up firm (APEL).
- In addition, all applicants are to have a: Basic digital skills.
| Qualification | MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.SC.) IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT |
|---|---|
| Competences | C1: Design, implement, and critically evaluate teaching and training programmes in medical and nursing contexts, ensuring alignment with best practices and the needs of diverse learners. C2: Effectively manage and coordinate complex management and organizational tasks in educational and healthcare institutions, applying advanced leadership and problem-solving skills. C3: Take responsibility for assuring and continuously developing the quality of educational programmes and processes, utilizing evidence-based quality improvement strategies. C4: Coordinate and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration with various professional disciplines and stakeholders within the healthcare sector, fostering effective cooperation and communication. C5: Initiate, plan, and conduct research projects to advance the field of medical education and health management, applying suitable scientific methods and critical analysis. |
| Knowledge | K1: Critically analyze, synthesize, and apply advanced theories of adult education, learning psychology, and didactics within the healthcare sector to design and evaluate effective learning processes. K2: Assess, manage, and strategically develop organizational structures and management processes in healthcare, demonstrating advanced understanding of change management and strategic leadership. K3: Interpret and evaluate legal, ethical, and political frameworks in healthcare, and assess their impact on educational and care practices. K4: Apply quality assurance and evaluation methods to systematically monitor, assess, and enhance the effectiveness of educational and care services. K5: Design and apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyze and improve educational and health-related processes, demonstrating methodological expertise and critical reflection. |
| Skills | S1: Critically reflect on educational and care processes and systematically develop innovative solutions for complex problems in healthcare. S2: Apply advanced communication and presentation skills to effectively convey knowledge and provide leadership to interdisciplinary teams in healthcare and education. S3: Motivate, manage, and develop teams, and lead organizational change processes in healthcare settings, demonstrating advanced management and leadership competencies. S4: Analyze and interpret complex data and information to support evidence-based decision-making processes in both management and educational contexts. S5: Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by proactively responding to and managing changing conditions in healthcare and education environments. |
Teaching and Learning Procedures
EIM uses an appropriate mix of teaching and learning methods that allow learners with different learning styles and abilities to successfully complete our degree courses. The didactic approach is based on an Oxbridge-style tutorial teaching and learning approach which is highly fit for interactive and student-centred learning that promotes active participation of students and a personal learning experience.
Assessment Procedures
The programme has a varied range of learning activities embedded within the content for each module. The assessment of the study performance includes a combination of feedforward by lecturers and peers on partial works developed for each tutorial and a final examination. The chosen examination format for each module is aligned with the specific learning outcomes of this module.
The assessments are based on the combined evaluation of partial works delivered for each tutorial and of the final examination. All assessments are corroborated by a second qualified lecturer or coach. To secure originality of the case study developed, the final assessment includes an oral presentation component where students present their final case study.
Distinction (80–100%)
Merit (65–79%)
Pass (50–64%)
Fail (0–49%)
Online
Graduates of the Master of Science in Medical Education and Health Management are qualified for demanding specialist, leadership, and executive positions in the healthcare and education sectors. Typical roles include:
- Director of Nursing
- Nursing Home Director / Facility Manager
- Head of Vocational Education and Training
- Head of Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Healthcare Quality Manager
- E-Health or Healthcare Consultant
- Training and Development Manager
- Healthcare Project Manager
These positions can be taken in various sectors of the healthcare and social services system, depending on the chosen area of specialisation, including:
- Hospital and Acute Care Management
- Long-Term and Nursing Home Care
- Emergency and Rescue Services
- Vocational Education and Continuing Professional Development in Health Professions
- Digital Health and E-Health Strategy
- Public Health Organisations
- Non-Profit and NGO Health Projects
- Private Healthcare Providers and Consultancy
Graduates are prepared to lead interdisciplinary teams, manage complex healthcare organisations, develop innovative educational concepts, and contribute to the strategic development of modern healthcare and training systems — both nationally and internationally.
The programme does not lead to a warranted profession or regulated occupation.
| Quarter | Module | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
Foundational Phase | ||
| 1 | Evidence-based medicine and pathophysiology | 5 |
| 1 | Methodology and didactics in education, training and continuing education | 5 |
| 1 | Medical education knowledge transfer | 5 |
| 2 | Practical guidance and learning support in teaching situations in the field | 5 |
| 2 | Management of educational institutions | 5 |
| 2 | Communication and counselling in a business context | 5 |
| 2 | Digitalisation and media literacy | 5 |
| 3 | Quality management | 5 |
| 3 | Business management | 5 |
| 3 | Leadership and Management | 5 |
| 3 | Simulation training | 5 |
| 4 | Research methods in health care and nursing | 5 |
| 4 | Legal framework in health care | 5 |
| 4 | Scientific work | 5 |
Total: Foundational Phase : 70 ECTS | ||
ELECTIVE Phase (2x Module) | ||
| 5 | Nursing Science | 5 |
| 5 | Managed care, e-health and care management | 5 |
| 5 | Law in emergency services | 5 |
| 5 | Organisation of emergency and rescue services | 5 |
| 5 | Interface between emergency services and payers | 5 |
| 5 | Hospital management | 5 |
| 5 | Nursing home management | 5 |
Total: Specialisation Phase : 10 ECTS | ||
Final Master Project | ||
| 4-6 | Final Master Project | 10 |
Total: Final Master Project: 10 ECTS | ||
Total: MSc-Programme : 90 ECTS |
| Quarter | Module | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
Foundational Phase | ||
| 1 | Evidence-based medicine and pathophysiology | 5 |
| 1 | Methodology and didactics in education, training and continuing education | 5 |
| 2 | Medical education knowledge transfer | 5 |
| 3 | Practical guidance and learning support in teaching situations in the field | 5 |
| 3 | Management of educational institutions | 5 |
| 4 | Communication and counselling in a business context | 5 |
| 4 | Digitalisation and media literacy | 5 |
| 5 | Quality management | 5 |
| 5 | Business management | 5 |
| 6 | Leadership and Management | 5 |
| 6 | Simulation training | 5 |
| 7 | Research methods in health care and nursing | 5 |
| 7-10 | Legal framework in health care | 5 |
| 8 | Scientific work | 5 |
Total: Foundational Phase : 70 ECTS | ||
ELECTIVE Phase (2x Module) | ||
| 9 | Nursing Science | 5 |
| 9 | Managed care, e-health and care management | 5 |
| 9 | Law in emergency services | 5 |
| 9 | Organisation of emergency and rescue services | 5 |
| 9 | Interface between emergency services and payers | 5 |
| 9 | Hospital management | 5 |
| 9 | Nursing home management | 5 |
Total: Specialisation Phase : 10 ECTS | ||
Final Master Project | ||
| 7-10 | Final Master Project | 10 |
Total: Final Master Project: 10 ECTS | ||
Total: MSc-Programme : 90 ECTS |
The programme fees below refer to the 2026/27 academic year unless otherwise stated. Programme fees are calculated per credit taught. Programme fees are subject to annual inflation so the total costs are shown here as a guide. EIM will apply the programme fees at the time of the payment.
Number of Credits (ECTS): 90
Programme Fees per Credit (ECTS): EUR 200
Admission Fees: EUR 3,000
Total Programme Fees: EUR 21,000
Pay your programme fees:
You can choose to pay your programme fees in full at the start of your first term or in instalments at the start of each term. Additional fees may apply for different payment terms, currencies, and methods.
Other fees:
The programme fees cover the course delivery and the learning material. Other fees may apply for additional services (e.g., fees for RPL applications, resitting an assessment, repeating a module, or additional tutoring etc.).
Get funding for your programme:
EIM offers support to get access to different funding options like for example scholarships.
Please note:
Programme fees shown on our website are net of any local VAT, Goods and Services Tax (GST) or any other sales tax payable by the student in their country of residence. Where EIM is required to add VAT, GST or any other sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the fees shown during the payment process. For students resident in Malta, our programme fees are exempt from VAT.
| Requirement/Headline | Content |
|---|---|
| Name of the Educational Programme | Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Medical Education and Health Management |
| Exit Qualifications |
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| Accredited Status of the Programme | Higher Education Programme accredited by MFHEA |
| MQF / EQF level | 7 |
| Type of Programme | Qualification |
| Mode of Delivery | Online |
| MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.SC.) IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT – TOTAL LEARNING HOURS | |
|---|---|
| Hours of Total Learning for the whole MSc programme | • Total Contact Hours: 450 • Supervised Placement and Practice Hours: 170 • Self-Study Hours: 1568 • Assessment Hours: 62 • Total Learning Hours of this Module: 2250 |
| Hours of total learning for Module 1-14 (Foundational Phase) | • Total Contact Hours: 25 • Supervised Placement and Practice Hours: 10 • Self-Study Hours: 86 • Assessment Hours: 4 • Total Learning Hours of this Module: 125 |
| Hours of total learning for Module 15-21 (ELECTIVE Phase) | • Total Contact Hours: 25 • Supervised Placement and Practice Hours: 10 • Self-Study Hours: 86 • Assessment Hours: 4 • Total Learning Hours of this Module: 125 |
| Hours of total learning for Module 22(Final Master Project) | • Total Contact Hours: 50 • Supervised Placement and Practice Hours: 20 • Self-Study Hours: 172 • Assessment Hours: 8 • Total Learning Hours of this Module: 250 |
| Mode of Attendance | Full-Time and Part-Time |
|---|---|
| Programme Duration | 18 months (full-time), 30 months (part-time) |
| Target Group | The target group consists of experienced healthcare professionals with a bachelor’s degree, especially nurses, paramedics, medical educators, quality managers, and other professionals who want to shape education, quality, leadership, and service development in healthcare organisations. |
| Language of Instruction | German |
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