Enhanced Professional Practice, PGDip

Progress to Mastery in Healthcare with the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip)

This Postgraduate Diploma is crafted for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills towards a master's degree. It's ideal for qualified individuals in health, social care, and allied health fields who wish to consolidate their expertise and grow in their professions. The program paves the way for either an MA in Health Care Practice or an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.

Course Structure

The PGDip is a two-year program totaling 120 credits. Students with relevant prior experience may transfer up to 60 credits through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) option, potentially enabling direct entry into the second year. The second year aligns with the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice program, focusing on advanced research skills and professional specialization.

What You Will Study

• Year 1: Students choose 60 credits from a range of modules in areas such as intensive care, innovative health practice, and advanced practice for specific health conditions.
• Year 2: Core modules focus on research and enquiry skills for healthcare. Additional elective credits can be earned through courses in leadership, management, long-term condition care, or independent non-medical prescribing.

Learning Approach

The program blends diverse teaching methods with self-directed activities that promote independent learning. Students engage with extensive library resources, online materials, and tailored self-study exercises essential for coursework and exams.

Careers and Support

Graduates are well-equipped for advanced roles in health and social care sectors. Employability services provide tailored support with CV reviews, mock interviews, and targeted industry insights. Academic support is readily available through dedicated tutors and a wealth of online resources.

This PGDip program empowers healthcare professionals to elevate their practice, advance in their careers, and open doors to master's-level study in healthcare leadership and clinical practice.