Frequently Asked Questions
What are the programme entry requirements?
Applicants for our MSc programmes must hold a primary degree.
Applicants should also be working in the Healthcare sector as all our programmes are practice-based.
What is the application procedure?
Applicants for Ireland programmes
can apply online.
In addition, all applicants must submit supporting documents with their application.
What happens once I submit my application?
On receipt of your application form you will receive a confirmation email.
Once the application deadline has passed all applicants are assessed by the Programme Director and you will be notified of the outcome by post.
Is the Application Fee refundable if I am not offered a place on the
programme?
The application fee is an administration charge and is non-refundable.
What are the programme dates?
Provisional timetables are now available on our website under the delivery section of each programme.
How is the programme delivered?
All Programmes are delivered through blended learning. Completion of the Postgraduate Diploma requires 18 classroom contact days (9-5pm) if you continue to Masters’ level this is delivered over 4 tutorial days. In addition to the classroom contact days you will complete an online portion of the module in your own time.
How is the programme assessed?
The Programmes are assessed by individual
and group assignments. With the
exception of the Finance Module on the MSc Healthcare Management programme
which is assessed by an exam. The MSc Programme requires Change Management/Organisational Development Project
to be completed with 3 components reflective diary, project report and poster presentation.
Where do the lectures
take place?
Ireland programmes take place in the teaching facility in RCSI Reservoir House, Sandyford, Dublin 18 (map).
On occasion another venue may be used. Students will be notified on commencement of the programme of venue.
How much are the programme fees?
For information regarding all Programme fees click here.
Fees can be paid in instalments via cheque, postal order, bank draft or transfer or credit card.
Can I claim tax relief on the fees?
Tax relief can be claimed for fees paid.
To download an application form for relief on tuition fees click here.
For further details please see http://www.revenue.ie/en/tax/it/leaflets/it31.html
Who can I contact for more information?
We are happy to answer any queries or we
can arrange for you to speak with a Programme Director if you have more
specific queries relating to the programmes.
If you have queries please contact:
Ireland
Joan Kenny
Academic Co-ordinator
RCSI Institute of Leadership
Reservoir House
Ballymoss Road
Sandyford 18
Dublin 18
Ireland
Tel: + 353 1 402 8655
Fax: + 353 1 293 0431
Email: leadership@rcsi.ie