Course summary
This is an interprofessional, distance learning course, intended for healthcare professionals who want to specialise in the field of surgical and perioperative care. This part-time programme is aimed at registered nurses, doctors, operating department practitioners and other healthcare professionals. The programme aims to offer knowledge and expertise to provide a transition between theory and your own clinical practice. It draws together a collection of fundamental information in an e-learning format, with an emphasis on the general principles of surgical practice rather than on the management of specific conditions. The multifaceted nature of caring for surgical patients is evaluated from an evidence-based perspective. Teaching considers the full journey of the surgical patient, starting with admission and preoperative preparation through to postoperative care and discharge. Professional issues, including clinical governance and inter-professional practice, are also covered. Assessments are structured to enable you to evaluate the topic in relation to your practice areas of interest and professional base. Many of the modules from this programme can also be studied on a standalone basis. Distinctive features
- The only multi-professional, distance-learning surgical practice course in the UK.
- Our interprofessional approach to enhancing group work, discussion sessions and case-based presentations.
- The emphasis on a biopsychosocial approach.
- Longstanding expertise in developing and supporting e-Learning
Entry requirements
In addition to satisfying the University’s general entrance requirement, including English language requirements, applicants must: Hold a higher education qualification, minimum of a BSc (Hons) grade 2:2 or equivalent, from a recognised institution. OR Be able to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Head of School or nominee, that they have held for a minimum of two years a position of responsibility of relevance to the proposed programme. AND Be working in a clinical area that is relevant to the programme they are undertaking for the full duration of their studies. (During their studies, if the student's relevant clinical employment ceases or where they are unable to attend work in the necessary clinical setting for any period of time (exceeding 3 months), then they are required to notify the programme team immediately in order that appropriate arrangements can be made. In the case of temporary absence but continued relevant clinical employment, leave of absence (Interruption of Studies) and/or extensions shall be considered. In the event that a student's relevant clinical employment ceases then the University reserves the right to withdraw the student from the programme. Please refer to the University regulations on 'Fitness to Practise’ for further information.) For further information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/advanced-surgical-practice-msc-part-time
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For tuition fee information, please visit our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/advanced-surgical-practice-msc-part-time
Provider information
Cardiff University
PO Box 921
Cardiff
CF10 3XQ