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Research in Health Professions Education (RiHPE) at Swansea University - UCAS

Swansea University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)

Research in Health Professions Education (RiHPE) (Research)

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Course summary

Start dates: 1st October, 1st January. The DProf and MRes in Research in Health Professions Education gives you expert training in education research methods. The programme is suitable for anyone who wants to undertake rigorous, practice-focused research, from doctors, nurses, academic educators, social care professionals or psychologists. Your programme will feature: Full training and support in a broad range of research methods Emphasis is research-on-practise, meaning research can be conducted in your work place on topics that are directly relevant to your role Focused, taught analysis of the evidence base for current practise in health professions education Supported development of a research proposal, including literature review, methodological approaches and ethical approval Support from an outstanding community of experienced researchers to address specific training and research needs Supervisors from a top UK Medical School Flexible part-time study Practice-focused learning Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.


Entry requirements

Normally at least a 2:1 honours degree in an appropriate subject. There is also provision for admission that takes into account work experience when the applicant have an undergraduate degree but not at a 2:1 honours level (contact [email protected]). Most applicants will have an equivalent qualification in an area of professional practice (e.g. B.Sc Nursing, MBBCh etc). English language requirement: IELTS score 6.5.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £11850 Year 1
International £11850 Year 1
Wales £2400 Year 1
Scotland £2400 Year 1
England £2400 Year 1
Northern Ireland £2400 Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Research in Health Professions Education (RiHPE) at Swansea University - UCAS