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PGCert/PGDip/MSc Medical Education for Health Professionals - iheed

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    6 months part-time (PGCert) 12 months part-time (PGDip 22 months part-time (MSc)

Course Description

As healthcare becomes ever more complex, there is a recognised need for evidence-based education. Health regulators require those entrusted with the planning and delivery of clinical education to be familiar with the latest research on effective teaching and learning strategies.

It is no longer enough for clinicians to understand their specialist area. To effectively engage the next generation of clinicians, they need to be able to apply accepted principles of adult learning, curriculum design, assessment, and educational research.

The University of Warwick PG Certificate, PG Diploma and Masters in Medical Education for Healthcare Professionals awards are designed as an international, interprofessional programme for clinicians across the globe who wish to work with leading experts to enhance their roles as clinical or academic educators.

Entry Requirements

  • Hold a 2:2 honours degree in a discipline related to Medical Education from a recognised institution
  • Must be engaged in clinical education and be able to apply the learnings of the programme in a real-life setting.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

We offer a variety of postgraduate funding options for study at the University of Warwick, from postgraduate loans, university scholarships, fee awards, to academic department bursaries.

Student Destinations

A qualification in medical education can lead to numerous career opportunities.

  • Hospital-based teaching- Within hospitals, clinicians with a background in medical education often take on roles as clinical educators, teaching medical students, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals during their clinical placements.
  • Clinical Training Programmes- Qualifications in medical education are essential for those involved in clinical training programmes, including programme directors, scheme directors and trainers.
  • Academic Teaching
  • Higher Education Institutions often require individuals seeking lecturing or professorial roles in clinical disciplines to have a qualification in medical education.
  • Mentoring, Supervising, and Preceptorship
  • Clinical educators often serve as mentors, providing guidance, support, and advice to junior colleagues or students, helping them navigate their careers and professional challenges.
  • Other Career Paths
  • Other career paths such as education research, consultancy and roles in professional bodies are all enhanced with a medical education qualification.

Module Details

Core Modules - Postgraduate Certificate

  • Essentials of Medical Education
  • Effective Teaching in Medical Education
  • Assessment in Medical Education

Core Modules – Postgraduate Diploma

  • Essentials of Medical Education
  • Effective Teaching in Medical Education
  • Assessment in Medical Education
  • Learning Technologies in Medical Education
  • Management and Leadership in Medical Education
  • Evidence and Values in Medical Education

Core Modules – MSc

  • Essentials of Medical Education
  • Effective Teaching in Medical Education
  • Assessment in Medical Education
  • Learning Technologies in Medical Education
  • Management and Leadership in Medical Education
  • Evidence and Values in Medical Education
  • Research in Medical Education for Healthcare Professionals

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