MSc in Elderly Care Management
Accreditation
MFHEA Accredited
Study Mode
Blended
Tuition Fees
Full: €12,500
Part: €9,775
(Subject to £ conversion)
Course Overview
The M.Sc. in Elderly Care Management prepares experienced professionals to lead, innovate and improve elderly care services in complex, evolving health and social care systems. Integrating management, policy, law, social and behavioural sciences, the programme develops advanced skills in governance, quality improvement, finance, leadership, human resources, palliative and end-of-life care, mental health in ageing and evidence-based practice.
You will critically review Maltese and international care models, evaluate legal and economic frameworks, and learn to design and implement strategies that improve service quality, safety and outcomes for older people. The programme culminates in an independent dissertation that demonstrates scholarly research and practical impact.
Suitable: Senior practitioners, managers and leaders working (or aspiring to work) in elderly care and related services — including care home managers, clinical leads, nurses, allied health professionals, welfare officers, operations/HR managers, policy advisors and those with responsibility for governance, quality and service improvement.
Core Modules (10 modules — 60 ECTS) plus Dissertation (30 ECTS)
Representative module topics:
- Leadership & Strategic Management in Elderly Care
- Quality Improvement, Governance & Regulation (Maltese & International perspectives)
- Financial Management for Care Institutions
- Policy, Law & Ethics in Elderly Care
- Research Methods & Evidence Synthesis in Gerontology
- Mental Health, Dementia & Palliative Care in Ageing
- Service Design, Community Resources & Integrated Pathways
- Human Resources, Workforce Planning & Staff Development
- Innovation, Technology & Service Improvement in Elderly Care
- Multi-disciplinary Practice & Integrated Care
Dissertation — original research project (30 ECTS) addressing an applied management or service improvement question in elderly care.
Assessment combines formative and summative methods across modules and the dissertation:
- Modular assessment: essays, case studies, policy analyses, presentations, practice reports, portfolios and group projects.
- Dissertation assessment: evaluated for theoretical rigour, methodological appropriateness, critical analysis, originality and academic presentation.
Key Information
- Qualification Title: Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Elderly Care Management
- Accreditation: MFHEA (MQF Level 7)
- Credit Value: 90 ECTS (60 taught + 30 dissertation)
- Duration: Full-Time 12–15 months (+6 months dissertation) / Part-Time 24 months (+6 months dissertation)
- Study Mode: Blended (Online & On-Campus)
- Start Date: October 2025
- Location: Malta
- Tuition Fees: Part-time €9,775 (Subject to £ conversion); Full-time €12,500 (Subject to £ conversion)
- Finance Options: Eligible applicants may apply for national schemes (e.g., Get Qualified) where available. Flexible, interest-free instalment plans are offered subject to terms and eligibility.
- Progression: Doctoral study / senior leadership roles
- Availability: Local & international applicants
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following routes:
- Hold a recognised Level 6 degree in a related discipline; OR
- Hold a Level 5 diploma / higher diploma plus minimum 5 years’ supervisory or managerial experience (relevant experience in elderly care preferred).
Preferential consideration given to candidates with a Level 6 degree and at least 3 years’ management experience in the sector.
English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) required where English is not the applicant’s first language.
International qualifications: submit MQRIC recognition/statement where applicable.
Enquire About This Course
Interested in this programme? Complete the form and our admissions team will provide you with full details on entry requirements, fees, and enrolment steps.
Further Progression
Graduates may progress to doctoral study (subject to university regulations) or take senior executive roles within health, social care, policy and regulatory bodies.
Career Prospects
Typical roles graduates move into include:
- Care Home Manager / Director / CEO
- Head of Operations, Finance or HR (Elderly Care)
- Quality & Compliance Lead
- Clinical Service Manager / Programme Manager
- Policy Advisor or Strategic Lead in public or third-sector organisations
FAQ'S
Professionals seeking senior leadership, management and research roles in elderly care and related health & social care sectors.
Some entry routes require managerial/supervisory experience; the programme itself is practice-oriented and research intensive.
Yes — a 30 ECTS dissertation is required to complete the award.
Eligible applicants may apply for national schemes (e.g., Get Qualified) and instalment plans — check specific eligibility and deadlines.
The award is MQF Level 7 and MFHEA-accredited and designed to meet international academic and professional expectations.
