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MSc PG Dip PG Cert Women’s Health

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    MSc 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, 5 years flexible

Course Description

Globally, the life course of women from birth to puberty, motherhood, menopause and old age, is filled with opportunities to improve health and wellbeing. This unique programme covers the different aspects of women’s health (physical, mental, social, cultural, legal and ethical) whilst optional modules allow you to tailor your programme to your individual interests.

The four compulsory modules will provide you with a broad understanding of the central themes in women’s health. You can then shape your learning to reflect your career aspirations through the selection of four optional modules. These include topics such as reproductive health, pregnancy and childbirth, fertility and infertility, mental health, health psychology and gender and global health.th.

Who this course is for

We welcome applications across a broad spectrum of women’s health backgrounds; including recent graduates and those returning to education after a period of employment.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for registration, normally a candidate must have obtained an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or social science discipline, or a professional health qualification (medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, psychology, social work) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Professional experience in the field of women’s health is desirable.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

UCL offers a range of financial awards aimed at assisting both prospective and current students with their studies

Student Destinations

Throughout the MSc programme, you will acquire key skills, such

  • Evaluating and reviewing data from a variety of sources (papers, case studies, media coverage etc.).
  • Collecting, interpreting and presenting data using both written and oral methods.
  • Intellectual curiosity and an ability to critically challenge current methods of research or ideological standpoints.
  • Cross-disciplinary thinking from a multiplicity of perspectives (linking together the wide variety of optional modules).

You also have the opportunity to take part in debates and ethical discussions.

Employability

This degree prepares students for progression to higher research degrees or more advanced work in their particular field. It will enhance knowledge and awareness of the many issues relevant to women’s health. Previous students have gone on to work in a wide variety of fields; charity, regulatory, research, femtech etc.

There is a strong focus on the development of key skills in the programme. In addition, we offer a comprehensive careers programme involving our current staff and alumni; covering general careers in science and specific advice on careers in women’s health.

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  •  Understanding Research in Women’s Health
  •  Legal and Ethical Aspects of Women’s Health
  •  Female Reproductive Anatomy Physiology and Pathology
  •  Concepts and Controversies in Women’s Health
  •  Research Project in Women’s Health

Optional modules

  •  Preimplantation Genetic Testing and Developing Technology
  •  Reproductive Health
  •  Pregnancy and Childbirth
  •  Fertility and Infertility: Science and Society
  •  Fetal and Perinatal Medicine
  •  Essentials of Global Child Health
  •  Gender and Global Health
  •  Physical and Mental Health, Stress and Ageing
  •  Individual, Social and Cultural Perspectives in Health Psychology
  •  Health Related Behaviours and Cognitions
  •  Health Inequalities over the Lifecourse
  •  Current Research in Dementia
  •  Current Research in Depression and Anxiety
  •  Mental Health Care: Evaluation and Policy

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability are subject to change.

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