Clinical Education (Online Learning) PgProfDev
The University of Edinburgh
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NOV-26

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FEB-27

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Our online Clinical Education programme takes advantage of our world-renowned expertise to support your professional development in this dynamically developing area.The Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) is designed to enhance your abilities to teach and assess students in a clinical environment by preparing you to make evidence-informed decisions relevant to your individual context.As you progress to the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and Master of Science (MSc) levels, the programme enables you ...Read more

Our online Clinical Education programme takes advantage of our world-renowned expertise to support your professional development in this dynamically developing area.The Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) is designed to enhance your abilities to teach and assess students in a clinical environment by preparing you to make evidence-informed decisions relevant to your individual context.As you progress to the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and Master of Science (MSc) levels, the programme enables you to build deeper subject matter expertise, plan and implement educational innovations, and carry out your own research projects. These advanced stages empower you to take a leadership role in clinical education and contribute to the advancement of your field.This is an ideal programme for those with an educational role in relation to healthcare professionals and veterinary practitioners, including:doctorsnursesdental practitionersphysiotherapistspharmacistsclinical psychologistsoccupational therapiststhose involved with veterinary educationassociated scientists (biomedical or social)and representatives of other professions involved in different aspects of clinical education

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Entry requirements

A primary clinical qualification, such as an MBChB, BVS, BDS, Bachelor of Nursing, or a UK 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject, or their international equivalents.

We will also consider your application if you have a biomedical science qualification or a non-university professional qualification, such as Registered General Nurse, with appropriate clinical experience.

You must be currently teaching in clinical or educational settings.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£2,375 per year

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Students from Domestic

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10 credits £950; 20 credits £1,900

£2,375 per year

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Students from EU

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10 credits £950; 20 credits £1,900

£2,375 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

10 credits £950; 20 credits £1,900

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The University of Edinburgh
Old College, South Bridge Edinburgh EH8 9YL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  0.2 miles away
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