Postgraduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine (Online Delivery)
University of South Wales
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The Postgraduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine is for those working in a sports clinic environment who wants to enhance their employability by developing the skills to critically assess, evaluate and disseminate evidence.This online course, run with the collaborative partner Diploma MSc, is delivered by an innovative and experienced team who has an established international reputation in sports and exercise medicine. The curriculum is based on the specialist training curriculum ...Read more

The Postgraduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine is for those working in a sports clinic environment who wants to enhance their employability by developing the skills to critically assess, evaluate and disseminate evidence.

This online course, run with the collaborative partner Diploma MSc, is delivered by an innovative and experienced team who has an established international reputation in sports and exercise medicine. The curriculum is based on the specialist training curriculum developed by the Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians. It therefore meets the highest standards for Sports and Exercise Medicine education and will enhance national and international employability. On completion you can progress to the MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine (online delivery).

Assessment

You will be assessed via a range of methods including:

  • Academic Forum - 40%
  • Reflective Journal - 10%
  • Module Activity - 20%
  • Case-based examination - 30%

Careers

Postgraduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine has been introduced with the purpose of promoting and enhancing professional skills and knowledge among its students which have direct relevance and application to the demands of their working roles. There is increasing competition for employment in the healthcare arena and a need for higher qualifications to assist with career development and support specialisation. It is envisaged that most students will be in primary care or aspiring to such posts.

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48th
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95th
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Entry requirements

Students need to have a first degree or equivalent (including international qualifications) in a relevant professional healthcare field, such as a medical or nursing degree. Registered healthcare professionals without these recognised qualifications will be considered on an individual basis and a wide range of prior experience may be taken into account.

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£5,800 per year

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Total Course Fees for UK & International Students: £5,800

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Total Course Fees for UK & International Students: £5,800

£5,800 per year

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Total Course Fees for UK & International Students: £5,800

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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

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Llantwit Road Treforest Pontypridd Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
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