Course summary
This course will provide a rounded education to prepare senior specialists for clinical practice, taking into account their academic and professional development needs. Participants will study both theory and practical skills in a range of subjects that cover the three core domains of research, leadership and education. KEY AREAS OF STUDY Three professional modules:
- Research methods and critical appraisal
- Leadership and change management in clinical services
- Communication, learning and teaching in health and social care
Modules
The PGCert is designed to provide additional support at Masters level with a focus on the professional core modules. Therefore, students will be able to use their existing credit to fast track on to a Masters programme. Successful completion will prepare for more effective leadership and prepare for senior clinicians roles in the future.
How to apply
International applicants
EU nationals starting new postgraduate courses will pay international fees and will not be eligible for student funding from the UK government. However, there are exceptions to this for Irish nationals and EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme. For the latest information, please see gov.uk/student-finance.
Entry requirements
Entry is open to all medical trainees, physician associates, locally employed doctors, specialty associate doctors and other healthcare professionals. Students should normally have at least one year of professional practice before entering the course. This course is open to applications from UK students.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH