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Medical Education at University of Cambridge - UCAS

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Course summary

The University of Cambridge Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education has been designed collaboratively by the University of Cambridge Professional and Continuing Education and the University of Cambridge, School of Clinical Medicine’s Clinical Deanery. The Postgraduate Certificate is a one-year, part-time Master’s-level programme resulting in 60 FHEQ Level-7 credits and the University of Cambridge award. Who is the course designed for? The Postgraduate Certificate is aimed at doctors and other professionals allied to medicine who have a teaching role and/or a role in training and appraising healthcare professionals. This includes:

  • doctors working in primary care
  • doctors working in secondary care at all levels from foundation year 2 to consultant grades
  • professionals allied to medicine that have a role in teaching both undergraduates and postgraduates
Aims of the programme The programme is designed to provide practical solutions to teaching undergraduates or postgraduates as individuals, small groups and larger groups. It will look at the theory behind teaching in medical settings and how these apply in real-life situations. It is also designed to provide help in developing skills in giving feedback, appraisal and assessment. Where possible, the teaching will be adaptable so that it can help specific groups of teachers in their particular environment. The programme is designed to meet recommendations of the General Medical Council (GMC) and Academy of Medical Educators (AoME), and aims to contribute to continuing professional development of doctors and allied professionals in an integrated clinical and teaching environment to stimulate more inter-professional education. It also aims to develop a cohort of professionals who will pursue and develop their roles as teachers in the field of medical education. Upon successful completion of the programme you may apply for membership of the Academy of Medical Educators (AoME). You may also apply for Fellowship status of the Advance HE. Learning outcomes Students successfully completing the programme will have gained skills and knowledge to:
  • ensure safe and effective patient care through training
  • establish and maintain an environment for learning
  • teach and assess learning and apply core theoretical principles to their own educational contexts
  • support and monitor educational progress
  • guide personal and professional development
Progression The Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education forms the first year of the progression route to the MSt in Medical Education. Upon successful completion of the postgraduate certificate, students would be eligible to apply for the one year Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Education, and following this the one year MSt in Medical Education. Please note that the postgraduate diploma and MSt are not guaranteed to run each year.

Modules

This course comprises 3 modules and combines in-person study days with online activity, study and assignments - 'Core skills in medical education', 'Applying teaching skills to practice' and 'The role of assessment, evaluation and feedback.'

Assessment method

Students are assessed formatively throughout the course using a variety of techniques and interrelated strategies including evidence of regular reflection. Demonstration of active participation in the programme will be required. There may also be a requirement for the students to take part in peer review of other students. Summative assessment (counting towards the final mark) will be through a range of formats which may include coursework, written and oral examinations, posters, presentations and projects.

How to apply

International applicants

Our courses are taught in English and require a good level of fluency. If English is not your first language, you'll need to prove you have sufficient fluency before admission. If we offer you a place, it will be subject to you meeting this requirement. As a minimum, you will be required to demonstrate an overall score of 7.5 in IELTS Academic with a minimum of 7.0 in each individual component (or equivalent). We welcome applications from international students. If you're coming from overseas, you would attend the in-person teaching sessions for this course with visitor immigration permission. It's important to be aware that entering the UK as a visitor for study purposes comes with certain expectations and restrictions, and you should fully understand the requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to a hold a 2i degree or higher from a UK university or an equivalent from an overseas university. If you wish to apply to join the programme you must: Hold a qualification in one of the healthcare professions or another relevant qualification Be a post-foundation-year doctor in primary, secondary or tertiary care or a professional allied to medicine who is involved in teaching students at undergraduate or postgraduate levels or who has a role in training and appraising healthcare professionals Have had at least one year of experience as a teacher prior to starting the programme Be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language; students whose first language is not English must be able to satisfy the University of Cambridge requirements.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £5406 Whole course
Northern Ireland £5406 Whole course
Scotland £5406 Whole course
Wales £5406 Whole course
International £10812 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

There is a £85 application fee.
Medical Education at University of Cambridge - UCAS