Become a changemaker in health systems globally with a cutting-edge MSc where leadership, policy, and an innovation mindset converge - scholarships available

Health systems today sit at the heart of society’s most urgent challenges, from widening inequities to the pressures created by social, ecological and public‑health change. To lead effectively within this complexity requires more than technical knowledge; it requires a shift in perspective, the ability to think systemically, and the confidence to influence policy and innovation at scale.

The Health Systems, Policy and Innovation MSc equips students with the skills to navigate complexity and lead meaningful change across global health systems. It develops future leaders who can understand the dynamics of health systems, anticipate emerging pressures, and shape equitable, resilient futures.

Delivered by the UCL Global Business School for Health - the world’s first business school dedicated to health - the programme draws on cutting‑edge research, sector partnerships, and global expertise to deliver a uniquely future‑focused master’s degree.

By the end of the programme, you will have developed the strategic awareness, analytical depth and leadership capability required to shape equitable, sustainable health futures.

We are:

• 9th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026).
• 4th in the World for Public Health
• 1^st in the UK and 3^rd in the World in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2026
• 1^st in the UK for research power in medicine, health and life sciences (REF)

Scholarships

Create meaningful impact with the Health Systems Innovation Leaders scholarship, specifically for exceptional students studying Health Systems, Policy and Innovation MSc.

If you’re an emerging international leader with a passion to spark real change, the International Health Systems Innovation Leaders scholarship is a full tuition scholarship that invites you to build expertise, shape innovative solutions and make your mark on global health systems.

There are also Scholarships for UCL East students available, please use the UCL Scholarship Finder tool for current opportunities.

Get to know our current Scholars in our Spotlight series.

Postgraduate open events

Meet our academics on-campus and online to learn more about studying Health Systems, Policy and Innovation at UCL.

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Open events

UCL Global Business School for Health Graduate Study Taster Lectures (Online)

Date: 20 January 2026 - 29 January 2026

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UCL East Postgraduate Open Evening (In-Person)

Date: 25 February 2026, 17:00 – 19:30

Location: UCL East

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