phd in medical education uk

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Medical Education PhD / MPhil / MD

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The School of Medicine offers a range of research areas spanning medical education. Our current portfolio includes topics covering the development of professional identity and professionalism lapses and the development of empathy during undergraduate medicine studies. In line with current changes in the NHS and workforce, transitioning into clinical posts and their impact upon wellbeing, is also a research area.

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Situated within one of the UK’s larger Schools of Medicine, undertaking a PhD in Medical Education at Liverpool gives PhD candidates based here a unique opportunity to work alongside an engaged and committed cohort of Medical Students all of whom are encouraged to take an interest in the development of medical education, for the improvement of systems and processes for future generations of students. 

The University of Liverpool’s School of Medicine is one of the largest medical education providers in the UK. We train and develop doctors throughout their careers, enabling them to use the latest advances to provide exceptional care to their patients.

We deliver teaching and training for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as continuous professional development for medical practitioners.  Joining our department involves you in this vibrant medical education community.

We work collaboratively; across professions, institutions and departments.  Completing your studies with us means an opportunity to work with world-leading educators and clinical staff across a full range of disciplines.  In all these areas, our work is characterised by a focus on research excellence and by attention to the real world impact of our scholarship.

We have expertise in a range of methodological approaches, and are happy to hear from potential PhD candidates who are interested in undertaking either quantitative, qualitative or mixed-method approaches to their work. Our current PhD students are using a range of unique techniques, including longitudinal impact studies and narrative interviewing and analysis.

PhD students undertaking their research here often have the opportunity to see the they develop as part of their research implemented immediately into the curriculum, as part of research-led practice.

Research themes

We particularly welcome research proposals that match those of our researchers, including:

• Professionalism
• Curriculum Development
• Technology Enhanced Learning
• Professional Identity Development
• Simulation-based training
• Wellbeing and resilience
• Interprofessional / inter-disciplinary working
• Leadership and Management.

Research undertaken within Medical Education is usually desk-based, but you may be interested in working with one of our NHS sites.  Please visit our undergraduate website pages for details of each of the different sites aligned to Liverpool.  We are also willing to consider co-facilitation with other, relevant departments (psychology, sociology, history etc) so please do not hesitate to contact us if you would be interested in such arrangements.

Study options and fees

The fees below reflect one year of study during the 2024/25 academic year

The fees stated in the table above exclude potential research support fees also known as ‘bench fees’. You will be notified of any fee which may apply in your offer letter.

* Please note that if you are undertaking a PhD within the Faculty of Science and Engineering the fee you pay, Band A or Band B, will reflect the nature of your research project. Some research projects incur a higher fee than others e.g. if you are required to undertake laboratory work. You will be informed of the fee for your programme in your offer letter.

^ Self-funded, full-time international students studying a PhD programme classified as Band A will receive a £2,000 reduction in their fees for the first year only.

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2:1 or first class or equivalent first degree in a relevant discipline, such as medicine, psychology or sociology. This breadth reflects our commitment to multidisciplinary approaches when investigating complex research questions.

English language requirements

Additional requirements

Your research can be in any area that matches our research interests and expertise, outlined above. CRB and other checks may be necessary for some project types and every proposal will need to receive ethical approval.

You'll also need coherent writing skills, along with the stamina, self-motivation and organisation to complete a demanding research project.

How to apply

Research degree applications can be made online.  You'll also need to ensure that you have funding to cover all fees.

Applications are  open all year round .

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Clinical Education PhD

Awards: PhD

Study modes: Full-time, Part-time

Funding opportunities

Programme website: Clinical Education

Proposed new programme

We would like to hear your views on a potential new online PhD in Clinical Education. This differs from the existing Clinical Education PhD as the new programme would be a fully online/distance programme.

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Research profile

This new PhD in clinical education builds on our world-renowned expertise in the field of clinical education, and our well-established and respected Masters in Clinical Education programme.

It is an ideal programme for those wishing to further their career in academic clinical or medical education, who already have experience of delivering education for healthcare professionals, whether students, doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, dental or veterinary practitioners. It will particularly appeal to those seeking leadership positions or to undertake independent high-quality research in clinical education.

Some of our current research focuses on:

• Faculty development
• Assessment and feedback in medical education
• Psychometrics
• Learning outcome development and mapping
• Students learning to teach and Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)
• Preparation for practice
• International medical education
• Clinical skills

The Centre for Medical Education has 25 members of academic staff (including fixed-term Fellows), 5 administrators, approximately 100 distance-learning MSc students, and typically 5-7 doctoral students.

We have good collaboration between university faculty, clinicians, NHS Education for Scotland and other institutions.

Training and support

The Centre has an excellent track record in providing training within clinical education to MSc students, undergraduate medical students and fixed-term clinical Fellows.

Doctoral students receive direct support from at least two academic supervisors during their studies, and a dedicated thesis committee provides guidance throughout the programme of research.

Research training is tailored to each doctoral student, but typically includes material from the well-established MSc ‘Research in Clinical Education’ and ‘Dissertation’ courses, an extensive programme of university PhD training workshops and meetings, and fortnightly ‘Medical Education Forum’ and ‘CME Research Meeting’ events for presentation of completed research and work-in-progress.

The Centre for Medical Education is based in The Chancellors Building, Little France, next to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

Most faculty and doctoral students share three large offices, with others based in the state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Centre.

Entry requirements

These entry requirements are for the 2024/25 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2025/26 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2024.

A UK masters degree, or its international equivalent, in a clinical, medical or health field, and a primary clinical qualification, such as an MBChB, BVS, BDS or Bachelor of Nursing.

You must have experience of clinical, medical, allied healthcare or veterinary education, for example teaching undergraduate or postgraduate students.

We will also consider your application if you have a biomedical or social science qualification, or a professional qualification, such as RGN , with appropriate clinical experience; please contact the programme team to check before you apply.

International qualifications

Check whether your international qualifications meet our general entry requirements:

• Entry requirements by country
• English language requirements

Regardless of your nationality or country of residence, you must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:

• IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.5 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.
• TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 23 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
• C1 Advanced ( CAE ) / C2 Proficiency ( CPE ): total 185 with at least 176 in each component.
• Trinity ISE : ISE III with passes in all four components.
• PTE Academic: total 70 with at least 62 in each component.

Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS , TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE , in which case it must be no more than two years old.

Degrees taught and assessed in English

We also accept an undergraduate or postgraduate degree that has been taught and assessed in English in a majority English speaking country, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration:

• UKVI list of majority English speaking countries

We also accept a degree that has been taught and assessed in English from a university on our list of approved universities in non-majority English speaking countries (non-MESC).

• Approved universities in non-MESC

If you are not a national of a majority English speaking country, then your degree must be no more than five years old* at the beginning of your programme of study. (*Revised 05 March 2024 to extend degree validity to five years.)

Find out more about our language requirements:

Fees and costs

Tuition fees.

Scholarships and funding

Featured funding.

• College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine funding opportunities

UK government postgraduate loans

If you live in the UK, you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan from one of the UK’s governments.

The type and amount of financial support you are eligible for will depend on:

• your programme
• the duration of your studies
• your tuition fee status

Programmes studied on a part-time intermittent basis are not eligible.

• UK government and other external funding

Other funding opportunities

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Further information

• Phone: +44 (0)131 242 6536
• Contact: [email protected]
• GU304 The Chancellors Building
• 49 Little France Crescent
• Little France
• Programme: Clinical Education
• School: Edinburgh Medical School: Medicine
• College: Medicine & Veterinary Medicine

Select your programme and preferred start date to begin your application.

PhD Clinical Education - 3 Years (Full-time)

Phd clinical education - 6 years (part-time), application deadlines.

We encourage you to apply at least one month prior to entry so that we have enough time to process your application. If you are also applying for funding or will require a visa then we strongly recommend you apply as early as possible.

• How to apply

You must submit two references with your application.

Before making your application, you must make contact with a potential supervisor to discuss your research proposal. Further information on making a research degree application can be found on the College website:

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You will be formally interviewed (in person, by video-conferencing or Skype).

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Medical Education MPhil/PhD

We welcome applications to undertake research towards mphil and phd degrees in medical education..

We welcome applications to undertake research towards MPhil and PhD degrees in Medical Education 

Research at Worcester has grown significantly in recent years. We aim to produce research that is distinctive, socially and culturally relevant, and that influences national agendas. We continually strive to develop new areas of research excellence while, in certain areas, our work has already been acknowledged as world-leading.

Three Counties Medical School

The Three Counties Medical School has a multidisciplinary staff team of academics with clinical and research expertise in medical education.

Entry requirements

Entry qualifications.

First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or an approved equivalent award

• Research or professional experience which has resulted in appropriate evidence of achievement

Postgraduate Masters Degree in a discipline which is appropriate to the proposed programme of study

• First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or equivalent award in an appropriate discipline
• Research or professional experience at postgraduate level which has resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of achievement

International applicants

International applicants will be required to demonstrate that they have the appropriate level of written and spoken English.

For MPhil/PhD this is an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in every component.

Programme structure

Phd year by year.

After receiving your application, we try to establish if we have the necessary expertise to supervise your project and we begin to form a supervisory team for you. This will normally consist of a Director of Studies (DoS), who will be your lead supervisor, and at least one other supervisor, who will offer you additional support and guidance throughout your studies. If, following a successful interview, you are offered a place as a full-time student, your programme of study will look something like this:

You will have submitted a draft research outline with your application. In your first year, you will be working towards submitting a more complete research proposal. You will be aided in your research by meeting with your supervisory team to discuss your progress. You will also be supported through your first year by engaging with a series of three modules as part of our Researcher Development Programme:

• RSDP4001: Developing as a Researcher
• RSDP4005: Approaches to Research
• RSDP4004: Planning Your Research Project

At the end of each year, beginning with your first year, you will reflect on and formally review your progress with your supervisory team and MPhil/PhD Course Leader. We call this annual meeting an Annual Progress Review (APR).

Second year

In your second year, you will be collecting data and working on your research project under the supervision of your supervisors through regular meetings. You may at this point have research papers ready to publish and you may wish to attend conferences to present your research to other experts in your field. You will be able to apply to our Research Student Support Scheme for some funding for this purpose. Students normally undergo Transfer from MPhil to PhD towards the end of their second year. This will be part of your Annual Progress Review for this year.

Third or fourth year

In your third and fourth year, you will be writing up your thesis and preparing for your viva voce examination. This is an oral exam with two examiners and a chair. You can also request that your supervisor be present at the exam. The exam will take place after you have submitted your final thesis. After the exam, it is not unusual for the examiners to ask that some amendments be made to your thesis before the final award is confirmed and you will have additional time to do this. It is possible to complete the course in three years, but we have found that the majority of students do take four years to complete the course. At the end of each year of your registration, you will go through an Annual Progress Review.

With study space and IT provision in the Research Office, and access to the University of Worcester’s virtual resources and state-of-the-art library facilities, the Medical Education team at Worcester have an excellent range of resources to support your learning and research project.

Programme specification

For comprehensive details on the aims and intended learning outcomes of the course, and the means by which these are achieved through learning, teaching and assessment, please download the latest programme specification document for the MPhil or PhD.

Part time students follow the same structure as full-time students but normally complete the PhD over a period of five to six years. Part-time students take two modules in each of their first two years, and will normally Transfer to PhD in their fourth year.

Research areas

Benefit from a professional and challenging relationship with your supervisory team, drawn from experienced academics working at the forefront of their disciplines.

Supervisors

You will need to submit a research outline as part of the application process. At this stage we are looking for the potential of your project and your ability to successfully complete the degree, as well as our capacity to supervise your research. The guidance for writing your research outline is here . We recommend discussing your research outline with a potential supervisor before submitting a formal application.

Informal inquiries are welcomed by any of our supervisors or the course leader, Professor Lisa Jones . Our supervisors are listed below - please do click on the links to their webpages so that you can find out more about their specific research expertise. Please only contact one potential supervisor. If another supervisor is better suited to your project, we will redirect your query.

Professor Rachel Ashworth Rachel has research expertise in medical education. She has experience of using qualitative and sociological research methods, including interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Rachel is interested in the effectiveness of integrative approaches to teaching biological science in the clinical context.

Dr Leo Donnelly   Leo is an anatomist with research interests in medical education, especially the optimisation of anatomical knowledge acquisition and the uses of computer-aided learning and haptic modelling, as well as the use of imaging modalities such as ultrasound.

Professor Lisa Jones Lisa has research expertise in medical student wellbeing and achievement. She has expertise in quantitative research methods. Lisa is also interested in the effectiveness of learning and teaching behavioural science in the clinical context, and learning and teaching about mental health and mental illness.

Professor Kay Mohanna Kay is an educationalist whose research has tended to be about aspects of teaching and learning. She has expertise in conversation analysis of video recorded data and also some qualitative methods that share a thematic analytical approach. Kay is interested in identity formation, diversity and inclusion, leadership and the use of humanities in teaching and learning.

Professor Sandra Nicholson Sandra strongly believes in the value of medical educational research and scholarship that enhances the experience of both students and tutors, and ultimately seeks to improve the care and satisfaction of patients. She enjoys collaborating and taking an interdisciplinary approach to research and has frequently engaged with policy holders. She has expertise in both quantitative and qualitative educational methodologies with her main research interests highlighting the field of medical selection and widening participation.

Dr Russell Peek Russell has experience in quantitative and qualitative research in medical education, working across traditional disciplinary and professional boundaries. He has research interests in complexity and uncertainty, and the psychophysiology of stress, performance and thriving in clinical learners.

Dr Richard Singleton Richard has been involved in medical education for many years and has strong interests in the integration of technology into the learning experience. In particular he has been interested in the field of ‘gamification’ and how the inherent competitiveness of students can be harnessed in such a way as to make learning more enjoyable.

Professor Rebecca Stack Rebecca conducts research into medical education, particularly approaches to reducing biases in assessment, increasing consistency between assessors, promoting equality and diversity in assessment, and reaching inclusive forms of assessment. She has expertise in a range of methods including qualitative research and analysis, meta synthesis, survey-based research and statistical analysis of quantitative data.

Rebecca would be particularly interested in supervising research into student perceptions of inclusive assessments and differential attainment on healthcare programmes.

Dr Erica Thomas Erica has research interests in self-compassion, resilience, and wellbeing amongst students in the medical professions.

Dr Elizabeth Walden is a biochemist by training and has additional experience in education. She is interested in the role that teaching and understanding the basic cellular and genetic underpinnings of disease has in modern day medical education and the role of scientists in medical education.

Professor Rachel Ashworth

Professor Ashworth has a BSc (Biological Sciences) and a doctorate (PhD Physiology and Biochemistry) and trained initially as a research scientist. She worked as postdoctoral researcher in the United States before returning to the UK and setting up a laboratory at University College London.

In 2006, Professor Ashworth was appointed as a lecturer in Physiology at Queen Mary University of London. Professor Ashworth’s early career in scientific research laid the foundations for her subsequent development as a physiology educator and champion for learning through active practical experience and scientific discovery. She has taught physiology on the dental, biomedical sciences, and medical programmes.

Professor Ashworth has published her research in many scientific journals and supervised postgraduate and undergraduate research projects.

Dr Leo Donnelly

Leo has enjoyed teaching and demonstrating Anatomy, principally to medical students, for over thirty years at a number of UK and Irish medical schools, often alongside research investigating aspects of the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Nowadays Leo focuses on the pedagogy of Anatomy learning.

Qualifications:

Professor Lisa Jones

Lisa Jones is Professor of Psychological Medicine. She has been researching the causes of major mental illnesses and teaching in higher education for over 30 years.

Professor Kay Mohanna

I am a partner in general practice in the UK and a trainer, with expertise in supporting trainees in difficulty. I am also the International Development Advisor for the Royal College of General Practice for South Asia.

I was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in 2015 for my work in faculty development, particularly overseas.

I came to Worcester as Professor of Values Based Education in 2015 and initiated visiting Fellowships for post-MD GPs from Sri Lanka. All of our visitors are now consultants in their own country including one who is now President of the College of GPs.

I also have an interest in assessment, in a quality assurance role for MRCGP[International] in South Asia and as a GMC examiner for the Professional and Linguistics Assessment Board (PLAB).

My doctorate started with an interest in fairness in assessment, particularly the international medical graduate experience of the clinical skills assessment in UK GP training and used conversation analysis to look at the work done by small talk in consultation.

Professor Sandra Nicholson

I joined the University of Worcester as the Founding Dean of the Three Counties Medical School in November 2021 following 25 years as a medical academic at QMUL. I received my primary medical qualification from Leicester University in 1988, MRCGP in 1993, and have practised as a GP for over 25 years, most of which in areas of high social deprivation such as the East End of London.

I gained a Masters in Medical Education in 2001 and consolidated my academic trajectory with a research PhD in 2013 that explored the models of learning and professionalisation of medical students from non-traditional backgrounds.

My personal research interest is in selection to medicine but my passion is in widening participation and increasing diversity of the medical workforce. I have sought, often collaboratively, to promote these aims and led novel start-up companies such as the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (now UCAT) and participated in international research networks e.g. InReSH (International Research in Selection in Healthcare).

Dr Russell Peek

Dr Peek is a consultant paediatrician with clinical interests in neonatal medicine and infant nutrition.  He is an advocate for innovation and improvement in medical education, with particular interest in the effects of complexity, uncertainty and stress on learner development and wellbeing.  

Dr Richard Singleton

As a graduate-entry medic myself I have had a keen interest in postgraduate entry medical education and have worked in this field at the University of Warwick and the University of Birmingham. Over the last ten years I have developed an interest in the use of technology and, specifically, gaming within learning and hope to utilise this in my role as clinical skills lead. 

Professor Rebecca Jayne Stack

I am the Head of Assessment for the MBChB programme at Three Counties Medical School and my primary responsible is the design, development and implementation of the MBChB assessment strategy. My title is Professor of Student Success and Medical Assessment and reflects my passion for developing inclusive approaches to teaching and inclusive approaches to assessment. I am passionate about widening participation and the development of strategies to support students succeed in higher education. I also have a number of external roles in the field of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and I am the Three Counties MBChB lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Three Counties Medical School and the University of Worcester have fantastic widening participation, and access and participation strategies, and I’m very proud to work for an organisation leading innovation in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.

All students engage with our Researcher Development Programme (RDP). The RDP aims to develop and enhance the skills, both generic and specific, that you will need to complete your research degree but also to become an effective researcher. The RDP is organised around thematic clusters, consisting of modules, and workshops, delivered face-to-face by subject specialists from across the University and the dedicated Researcher Development Team, or online through our virtual learning environment.

As part of the RDP, you will complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods (PG Cert). All students must complete the PG Cert in order to progress on their MPhil/PhD Programme. The PG Cert is strongly focused on developing your programme of research, starting from establishing your development needs, and preparing you for the planning and subsequent delivery of your programme of research.

Full-time students will complete the PG Cert in 12 months and part-time students in 24 months.

Fees and funding

How to apply

Additional information.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a research outline. We recommend preparing your research outline before beginning your online application. Some guidance on preparing your research outline is available  here.

If your research involves working with vulnerable adults and/or children then you may be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check. There will be a small charge for this. For more information please contact [email protected] .

We are committed to making reasonable adjustment. If you require an alternative format for making your application due to a disability, please contact us to discuss your needs on 01905 542182 or  [email protected] .

Information about application and interview deadlines

Please make your application via our online application form. If you have any questions, please contact the Doctoral School on 01905 542182 or [email protected]

Before you submit a full application , please contact the course leader, Professor Lisa Jones ( [email protected] ) to discuss your research project and the availability of appropriate supervision.

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Medical Education PhD

The field of Medical Education is concerned with how we educate medical practitioners across the continuum of their undergraduate curriculum and their postgraduate medical training.

Medical Education encompasses a great variety of topics, such as:

• selection into medicine and widening participation
• how medical students and graduates learn relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes
• how we can best teach and assess them
• design of medical curricula
• social and cultural influences on medical education
• professional identity formation in medical practitioners

Those who do this PhD will have a medical background, but may equally be a graduate in another healthcare discipline. They may even have a background in biomedical sciences, psychology, linguistics or education. Ideally, they will also have completed a masters in medical or health professions education, since this gives a good introduction to relevant research methodologies.

This PhD is offered by the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, from which most supervisors are drawn.

Research project examples:

• Teaching in the ward round
• Experiences of international medical graduates
• Clinical reasoning ‘in the wild’

Areas of staff expertise / interest include:

• Social theories of learning
• Cultural-Historical Activity Theory
• Critical thinking
• Clinical reasoning
• Curriculum design
• Problem-based/inquiry-based learning
• Teaching in General Practice (Family Medicine)

Typically, our doctoral students are medical or healthcare practitioners who come with ideas about what they wish to research, related to their own professional context.

We would encourage interested parties to contact us and have a conversation about broad areas of interest, to see whether we are able to offer supervision.

Study options

• Duration:  3/4 years full-time; 5 years part-time

Individual research projects are tailored around the expertise of principal investigators.

Entry requirements

Phd programmes.

• A medical, dental or nursing degree from an institution recognised by the University Court, or a recognised degree from another appropriate health profession.
• Normally you should also have completed a PG Diploma or masters’ degree in medical or health professions education, and/or have proven substantial experience of working in a medical/health professions education content.
• Applications will also be considered from individuals with other primary degree qualifications (such as a BSc in a biomedical science), from individuals who also meet point 2 above.

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test
• IELTS One Skill Retake accepted.

Common equivalent English language qualifications accepted for entry to this programme:

Toefl (ibt, my best or athome).

• 79; with Reading 13; Listening 12; Speaking 18;Writing 21
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements , this includes TOEFL mybest.

Pearsons PTE Academic

• 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)

• 176 overall, no subtest less than 169

Oxford English Test

• Oxford ELLT 7
• R&L: OIDI level no less than 6 with Reading: 21-24 Listening: 15-17
• W&S: OIDI level no less than 6

Trinity College Tests

Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests.

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.

Alternatives to English Language qualification

• students must have studied for a minimum of 2 years at Undergraduate level, or 9 months at Master's level, and must have complete their degree in that majority-English speaking country  and  within the last 6 years
• students must have completed their final two years study in that majority-English speaking country  and  within the last 6 years

For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.

Pre-sessional courses

The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:

• School of Modern Languages and Cultures: English for Academic Study
• BALEAP guide to accredited courses

Fees and funding

• UK: £4,786
• International & EU: £30,240

Prices are based on the annual fee for full-time study. Fees for part-time study are half the full-time fee.

Irish nationals who are living in the Common Travel Area of the UK, EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, and Internationals with Indefinite Leave to remain status can also qualify for home fee status.

• Fee status and policies

Alumni discount

We offer a 20% discount to our alumni on all Postgraduate Research and full Postgraduate Taught Masters programmes. This includes University of Glasgow graduates and those who have completed Junior Year Abroad, Exchange programme or International Summer School with us. The discount is applied at registration for students who are not in receipt of another discount or scholarship funded by the University. No additional application is required.

Possible additional fees

• Re-submission by a research student £540
• Submission for a higher degree by published work £1,355
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed £350
• Submission by staff in receipt of staff scholarship £790

Depending on the nature of the research project, some students will be expected to pay a bench fee (also known as research support costs) to cover additional costs. The exact amount will be provided in the offer letter.

The IPhD is not supported by University of Glasgow Scholarship/Funding

• External funding information

The College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences  Graduate School  provides a vibrant, supportive and stimulating environment for all our postgraduate students. We aim to provide excellent support for our postgraduates through dedicated postgraduate convenors, highly trained supervisors and pastoral support for each student.   Our overarching aim is to provide a research training environment that includes:

• provision of excellent facilities and cutting edge techniques
• training in essential research and generic skills
• excellence in supervision and mentoring
• interactive discussion groups and seminars
• an atmosphere that fosters critical cultural policy and research analysis
• synergy between research groups and areas
• extensive multidisciplinary and collaborative research
• extensive external collaborations both within and beyond the UK 
• a robust generic skills programme including opportunities in social and commercial training

How to apply

Identify potential supervisors.

All Postgraduate Research Students are allocated a supervisor who will act as the main source of academic support and research mentoring. You may want to identify a potential supervisor and contact them to discuss your research proposal before you apply. Please note, even if you have spoken to an academic staff member about your proposal you still need to submit an online application form.

You can find relevant academic staff members with our staff research interests search .

Gather your documents

Before applying please make sure you gather the following supporting documentation:

• Final or current degree transcripts including grades (and an official translation, if needed) – scanned copy in colour of the original document.
• Degree certificates (and an official translation, if needed): scanned copy in colour of the original document
• Two references on headed paper and signed by the referee. One must be academic, the other can be academic or professional [except iPhD applicants, where only one academic or professional reference is required]. References may be uploaded   as part of the application form or you may enter your referees contact details on the application form. We will then email your referee and notify you when we receive the reference.  We can also accept confidential references direct to  [email protected] , from the referee’s university or business email account.
• Research proposal, CV, samples of written work as per requirements for each subject area. iPhD applicants do not need to submit any of these as you will start your programme by choosing a masters.
• Completed  College of MVLS Postgraduate Research Cover Letter

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Medical Education

The MPhil / PhD pathway in Medical Education is located within the Centre for Medical Education (C4ME) at the School of Medicine, Cardiff University.

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Bringing together experienced doctors, nurses, psychologists, social scientists and educationalists, we ensure that the work of the school is based on strong pedagogical research foundations. Particularly suitable for those who have already completed a Postgraduate course in Medical Education (or equivalent), this is an excellent pathway to progress towards establishing a research portfolio in medical education.

Distinctive features

The Centre for Medical Education has a significant educational research profile. Academics and research staff from a variety of backgrounds contribute to our cross-disciplinary and wide-ranging educational research activities.

For further information, please contact Dr Michal Tombs at [email protected] .

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School of medicine research degrees office.

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• Telephone +44 (0)29 2074 6716

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Dr Michal Tombs

Educational research is fundamental to improving medical and health-related professional practice, from medical school to postgraduate training, and continuing professional development. At the Centre for Medical Education (C4ME), we are dedicated to contributing to the wider education community by sharing our research findings and involving key stakeholders in our educational research. Our research outputs and reputation are growing in both national and international importance.

Research areas

• Assessment in medical education
• Clinical communication
• E-learning in medical education
• Equality and diversity in medical education
• Simulation and Human Machine Interaction in Medical Education.
• Interprofessional education
• Peer-assisted learning
• Professional identity
• Selection in medicine
• Medical revalidation
• Transitions in medical careers
• Work-based learning
• Evaluation in Medical Education.

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Medical Education MMedEd, PGDip, PGCert

Gain a global perspective as a medical education practitioner at a School of Medicine that has been training medical professionals since 1834.

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• September 2024

Medical education is at the centre of all medical training around the world. As a medical educator, you will be training, motivating, and engaging the next generation of medical professionals in your area of expertise. Our team will help you to draw on your existing experiences. This will help you to excel in your educational practice.

At Newcastle University, we take students from all backgrounds in medical education, not just doctors. Students have joined us from disciplines including:

• veterinary sciences

You’ll be part of a global community, with students joining us from all over the world. This adds to the shared experiences and global outlook of our graduates. You’ll study with a broad range of peers, from intercalating medical students to senior clinical staff. These perspectives allow our students to develop their values and skills as part of their learning experience.

Our course is tailored for the working professional. You can start with a PG Cert and build up to a full master’s on a schedule that suits you. Our flexible programme allows you to fit your learning around your commitments. There is no need to relocate to Newcastle upon Tyne as the programmes are fully distance learning.

The Medical Education programme is part of the School of Medicine at Newcastle University. This means our expert teaching team are integrated in undergraduate medical teaching and postgraduate physician associate teaching. Our Faculty of Medical Sciences practices interdisciplinary learning. This means you will benefit from expertise in other areas, including our Dental School.

We deliver a modern curriculum. We make sure regular changes, reflect current issues in Medical Education. This ensures appropriate content within our programme to support you in your career. We engage at a national level with professional organisations. This allows us to make sure our programme continues to be relevant for our students. These include:

• The Associate for the Study of Medical Education
• The Academy of Medical Education

Important information

We've highlighted important information about your course. Please take note of any deadlines.

Please rest assured we make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the programmes, services and facilities described. However, it may be necessary to make changes due to significant disruption, for example in response to Covid-19.

View our  Academic experience page , which gives information about your Newcastle University study experience for the academic year 2024-25.

See our  terms and conditions and student complaints information , which gives details of circumstances that may lead to changes to programmes, modules or University services.

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What you'll learn.

You'll learn the fundamentals of ‘how to teach’. More importantly, we give you the knowledge and skills to manage unusual educational situations. We do this by introducing you to the literature on ‘how we learn’. If you understand more of how your learners learn in a particular scenario, it becomes easier to teach them.

Qualifications

MMedEd – Postgraduate Masters (full-time)

This qualification is awarded if you successfully complete six 20-credit taught modules plus a 60-credit dissertation module (180 credits). If you do not complete all the modules you can exit with:

• a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) if you successfully complete three 20-credit taught modules, including the core module for the PGCert (Teaching and Learning in the Classroom)
• a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) if you successfully complete six 20-credit taught modules

MMedEd – Postgraduate Masters (part-time)

This qualification is awarded if you successfully complete the PGDip (120 credits) plus one 60-credit dissertation module.

Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) (part-time) A PGDip is awarded if you successfully complete the Certificate plus three 20-credit taught modules (120 credits).

Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) (part-time) A PGCert is awarded if you successfully complete three 20-credit taught modules (60 credits).

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Module information is intended to provide an example of what you will study.

Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.

Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.

To find out more please see our terms and conditions .

Optional modules availability

Some courses have optional modules. Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.

Accelerated Masters students complete the 60 credit Advanced Study Module (the dissertation module), plus three of the above 20-credit taught modules.  They will have previously completed 60 credits of taught modules whilst studying on the PGCert. 

The following module is also compulsory if you want to progress to the Masters:  Scholarship in Medical Education  

PGDip students complete three of the above modules.  They will have previously completed 60 credits of taught modules whilst studying on the PGCert.

The following optional module is also available  Scholarship in Medical Education  (this module is compulsory if you want to progress to the Masters) 

The following optional module is also available:  Scholarship in Medical Education  (this module is compulsory if you want to progress to the Masters).

Accelerated PGDip students complete six of the above 20-credit taught modules.

PGCert students complete three of the above modules.

Compulsory modules

You take the following compulsory module:

Teaching and Learning in the Classroom  (20 credits)

How you'll learn

The e-learning Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma and Master's are studied completely via distance learning. Overall 20-credit modules run over either 11 or 12 weeks. The 60-credit dissertation module runs over the full academic year. 

Each module will be in two-week strands. They have various activities and you can complete them at any time. There are also weekly tutorials which are optional. We record these in case you are unable to be present. There is a day of practical activity and further discussion, for each module. This will be accessible face to face but is also recorded.

Depending on your modules, you'll be assessed through a combination of:

• Oral examination
• Oral presentation
• Written examination
• Written exercise

Assignments focus on the application of content to your own educational circumstances. This helps develop deeper insights into educational challenges in your own practice.

All assignment structures and expectations are available at the start of each module. You'll show your understanding and application of module content to their own teaching.

There is an opportunity to discuss draft work with tutor support before submission.

For the Utilising Technology in Medical Education , you submit a portfolio assignment including a written component and one component in a technology of your choosing eg video, PowerPoint

Your teaching and learning is also supported by Canvas. Canvas is a Virtual Learning Environment. You'll use Canvas to submit your assignments and access your:

• module handbooks
• course materials
• course announcements and notifications
• written feedback

Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to support from:

• personal tutors
• our University Student Services Team
• student representatives

You'll also be assigned an academic member of staff. They will be your personal tutor throughout your time with us. They can help with academic and personal issues.

Our teaching staff includes:

• Dr Bryan Burford, BSc (Hons), MSc (Eng), PhD. Lecturer in Medical Education
• Dr Sonia Bussey, SFHEA, Degree Programme Director for Medical Education
• Dr Fiona Clarke MBBS, FRCP, MMedEd. Lecturer in Medical Education
• Dr Sophie Hill, PhD, PgCert, BSc (Hons). Lecturer in Medical Education
• Dr Gwyndaf Roberts  PhD, MA, PGCE, BSc (Hons), FHEA. Lecturer in Medical Education
• Dr David Thewlis MBBS, FHEA, MEd, Lecturer in Medical Education

Your development

Upon completion you'll be able to:

• use theories and principles of medical education to inform your own practice and others'
• show advanced knowledge in specific areas of professional relevance. This is for diploma and master's
• justify the decisions made when designing methods for investigating medical education. This applies to master's
• relate educational issues in clinical practice to a wider educational context
• appraise theory, ‘evidence’ and empirical data, as well as your own practice
• take a strategic approach to your own identified educational needs
• plan to address these needs
• engage in academic debate about educational research and educational practice. This is for diploma and master’s
• contest and contribute to the body of knowledge about medical education. This is for master's
• design and deliver educational interventions
• select the most appropriate educational strategies or methods for specified contexts

Your future

Our careers service.

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

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Quality and ranking

All professional accreditations are reviewed regularly by their professional body

From 1 January 2021 there is an update to the way professional qualifications are recognised by countries outside of the UK

Check the government’s website for more information .

Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2024 entry (per year).

Home and international fees are the same for our e-learning courses.

As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases and in line with inflation.

Depending on your residency history, if you’re a student from the EU, other EEA or a Swiss national, with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you’ll normally pay the ‘Home’ tuition fee rate and may be eligible for Student Finance England support.

EU students without settled or pre-settled status will normally be charged fees at the ‘International’ rate and will not be eligible for Student Finance England support.

If you are unsure of your fee status, check out the latest guidance here .

Scholarships

We support our EU and international students by providing a generous range of Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships. See  our   searchable postgraduate funding page  for more information.  

What you're paying for

Tuition fees include the costs of:

• matriculation
• registration
• tuition (or supervision)
• library access
• examination
• re-examination

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If you are an international student or a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland and you need a visa to study in the UK, you may have to pay a deposit.

You can check this in the How to apply section .

If you're applying for funding, always check the funding application deadline. This deadline may be earlier than the application deadline for your course.

For some funding schemes, you need to have received an offer of a place on a course before you can apply for the funding.

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Entry requirements

The entrance requirements below apply to 2024 entry.

Qualifications from outside the UK

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This policy applies to all undergraduate and postgraduate admissions at Newcastle University. It is intended to provide information about our admissions policies and procedures to applicants and potential applicants, to their advisors and family members, and to staff of the University.

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If you’re ready, you can select Apply Online and you’ll be taken directly to the application portal.

Alternatively you can find out more about applying on our applications and offers pages .

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MSc in Medical Education

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About the course

This is a professional development course aimed at medical and healthcare education professionals. It focuses on the history, contemporary issues and development of the field, as well as research methods, and design and evaluation of research in medical education. 

This part-time course is aimed at medical professionals and allied health professionals who are involved, or intend to be involved, in educating future health professionals. These professionals may include not only postgraduate physicians but also a range of graduate allied health science practitioners involved in the care of patients and in the education of future healthcare workforce.

The part-time MSc in Medical Education will be offered jointly by the Department of Education in the Social Sciences Division and the Medical School in the Medical Sciences Division, with formal responsibility for the programme resting with the Department of Education. Interdisciplinarity is endemic in education and medicine, and team-teaching capitalises upon the distinctive knowledge and skills of academics within the two departments.

In the first year of the course, you will be required to attend six teaching weekends at the Department of Education in Oxford over a Friday afternoon and Saturday. The Friday afternoon and Saturday morning sessions will consist of interactive lectures and workshops. Additional teaching and online support will be provided through the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (Canvas). Teaching will cover the following topics:

• Patients, learners and teachers
• Curriculum and pedagogy
• Assessment issues and practices
• Educational theory and philosophy
• Work-based learning and skill development
• Educational research methods
• Equity, diversity and belonging

In the second year, you will undertake a research and development project under the supervision of a member of academic staff culminating in a dissertation.

Supervision

The allocation of graduate supervision for this course is the responsibility of the Department of Education and the Medical School and it is not always possible to accommodate the preferences of incoming graduate students to work with a particular member of staff. Under exceptional circumstances a supervisor may be found outside of the Department of Education and the Medical School.

During the first year, supervision will consist primarily of online tutor and community feedback, with some face-to-face meetings during the teaching weekends. In the second year, you will have at least six hours of supervision hours where tutors will provide formative comments once on a draft thesis. You will have at least one online or in-person meeting with your supervisor in each of the three terms, in which you will report formally on your progress and be provided with feedback on specific issues.

Assessments will be structured progressively, with a range of formative and summative assessment pertaining to the modules. The formative assessments will be in the form of tasks undertaken in preparation for a session or after a session. The summative assessment will be through two examined assignments. In the second year, you will work individually on a research and development project producing a dissertation.   

Graduate destinations

It is expected that the course will provide alumni with the skills they need to progress to education leadership positions in the medical field or in academia.

Changes to this course and your supervision

The University will seek to deliver this course in accordance with the description set out in this course page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for the University to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. The safety of students, staff and visitors is paramount and major changes to delivery or services may have to be made in circumstances of a pandemic, epidemic or local health emergency. In addition, in certain circumstances, for example due to visa difficulties or because the health needs of students cannot be met, it may be necessary to make adjustments to course requirements for international study.

Where possible your academic supervisor will not change for the duration of your course. However, it may be necessary to assign a new academic supervisor during the course of study or before registration for reasons which might include illness, sabbatical leave, parental leave or change in employment.

For further information please see our page on changes to courses and the provisions of the student contract regarding changes to courses.

Entry requirements for entry in 2024-25

Proven and potential academic excellence.

The requirements described below are specific to this course and apply only in the year of entry that is shown. You can use our interactive tool to help you  evaluate whether your application is likely to be competitive .

Please be aware that any studentships that are linked to this course may have different or additional requirements and you should read any studentship information carefully before applying. 

Degree-level qualifications

As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the following UK qualifications or their equivalent:

• a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours  in any medically related subject area.

Applicants who do not hold a relevant subject degree but have sufficient professional experience in a relevant working environment will be considered .

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.6 out of 4.0.

If your degree is not from the UK or another country specified above, visit our International Qualifications page for guidance on the qualifications and grades that would usually be considered to meet the University’s minimum entry requirements.

GRE General Test scores

No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.

Other qualifications, evidence of excellence and relevant experience

• Evidence of your employer's support is required.
• Publications are not expected.

Further guidance

Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate the ability to undertake part-time study, which may include evidence of support from an employer.

English language proficiency

This course requires proficiency in English at the University's  higher level . If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement. The minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level are detailed in the table below.

*Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) † Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

Your test must have been taken no more than two years before the start date of your course. Our Application Guide provides  further information about the English language test requirement .

Declaring extenuating circumstances

If your ability to meet the entry requirements has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic (eg you were awarded an unclassified/ungraded degree) or any other exceptional personal circumstance (eg other illness or bereavement), please refer to the guidance on extenuating circumstances in the Application Guide for information about how to declare this so that your application can be considered appropriately.

You will need to register three referees who can give an informed view of your academic ability and suitability for the course. The  How to apply  section of this page provides details of the types of reference that are required in support of your application for this course and how these will be assessed.

Supporting documents

You will be required to supply supporting documents with your application. The  How to apply  section of this page provides details of the supporting documents that are required as part of your application for this course and how these will be assessed.

Performance at interview

Interviews are normally held as part of the admissions process.

Applicants meeting the selection criteria are interviewed by an admissions panel which include experts in the subject. Applicants will be notified of the opportunity to attend interview as soon as their application has been reviewed.

The interviews are normally held in person, however, there will be opportunity to attend an interview online. The admissions panel will assess the applicant's suitability for the course, covering professional experience and their desire to contribute to the field of assessment in terms of research or practice.

How your application is assessed

Your application will be assessed purely on your proven and potential academic excellence and other entry requirements described under that heading.

References  and  supporting documents  submitted as part of your application, and your performance at interview (if interviews are held) will be considered as part of the assessment process. Whether or not you have secured funding will not be taken into consideration when your application is assessed.

An overview of the shortlisting and selection process is provided below. Our ' After you apply ' pages provide  more information about how applications are assessed . 

Shortlisting and selection

Students are considered for shortlisting and selected for admission without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation, as well as other relevant circumstances including parental or caring responsibilities or social background. However, please note the following:

• socio-economic information may be taken into account in the selection of applicants and award of scholarships for courses that are part of  the University’s pilot selection procedure  and for  scholarships aimed at under-represented groups ;
• country of ordinary residence may be taken into account in the awarding of certain scholarships; and
• protected characteristics may be taken into account during shortlisting for interview or the award of scholarships where the University has approved a positive action case under the Equality Act 2010.

Processing your data for shortlisting and selection

Information about  processing special category data for the purposes of positive action  and  using your data to assess your eligibility for funding , can be found in our Postgraduate Applicant Privacy Policy.

Admissions panels and assessors

All recommendations to admit a student involve the judgement of at least two members of the academic staff with relevant experience and expertise, and must also be approved by the Director of Graduate Studies or Admissions Committee (or equivalent within the department).

Admissions panels or committees will always include at least one member of academic staff who has undertaken appropriate training.

Other factors governing whether places can be offered

The following factors will also govern whether candidates can be offered places:

• the ability of the University to provide the appropriate supervision for your studies, as outlined under the 'Supervision' heading in the  About  section of this page;
• the ability of the University to provide appropriate support for your studies (eg through the provision of facilities, resources, teaching and/or research opportunities); and
• minimum and maximum limits to the numbers of students who may be admitted to the University's taught and research programmes.

Offer conditions for successful applications

If you receive an offer of a place at Oxford, your offer will outline any conditions that you need to satisfy and any actions you need to take, together with any associated deadlines. These may include academic conditions, such as achieving a specific final grade in your current degree course. These conditions will usually depend on your individual academic circumstances and may vary between applicants. Our ' After you apply ' pages provide more information about offers and conditions . 

In addition to any academic conditions which are set, you will also be required to meet the following requirements:

Financial Declaration

If you are offered a place, you will be required to complete a  Financial Declaration  in order to meet your financial condition of admission.

Disclosure of criminal convictions

In accordance with the University’s obligations towards students and staff, we will ask you to declare any  relevant, unspent criminal convictions  before you can take up a place at Oxford.

As the MSc is a part-time course for researchers and professionals, the department takes pride in providing high quality IT support for your learning when you are away from Oxford. This includes a dedicated web-based virtual learning environment, which you will use to liaise with your supervisor and to exchange ideas with other students. If you wish to work in the department when you are visiting Oxford, there is a computer room with desks which also has points for personal laptop computers. 

The Department of Education has been making a major contribution to the field of education for over 100 years and the department has a world class reputation for research, for teacher education and for its master's and doctoral programmes. The Department of Education combines international standing as a research-intensive department with the highest quality teaching.

In the 2021 evaluation of research quality in UK universities, the Research Excellence Framework (REF), Oxford University Department of Education had the highest overall percentage of research judged to be 4* (ie world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour) in Education in the UK. The department has ESRC recognition for its graduate training, and its teacher training was rated ‘outstanding’ by the Office for Standards in Education (OfSTED) in its most recent inspection in 2019.

Research in the department is organised around three major themes:

• Language, Cognition and Development
• Policy, Economy and Society
• Learning: Pedagogy, Learning and Knowledge.

Within each of these themes there are several research groups and centres. All staff and doctoral students belong to one or more of these research groups, each of which has its own seminar programme to which graduate students often contribute. In addition, the department as a whole sponsors regular seminars and public lectures which attract distinguished national and international speakers.

The Bodleian Education Library, located at the centre of the Department of Education, specialises in material on education and related fields. As well as a print collection of books, journals and statistics, the library provides access to a wide range of electronic resources. The library also houses a collection of teaching resources, primarily in support of subjects covered by the department's secondary PGCE course. The Social Sciences Library provides valuable additional resource to students pursuing programmes in the Department of Education.

Oxford has been a major contributor to the field of education for over 100 years and today the University’s Department of Education has a world class reputation for research, for teacher education and for its graduate courses.

The department offers one of the strongest graduate studies programmes in the UK with a range of full- and part-time MSc courses and a lively doctoral programme (DPhil) which is recognised for national funding by the ESRC.

The department's masters' courses are delivered by academics and research experts, the majority of whom are permanent staff engaged in their fields of research. The department's DPhil in Education has excellent facilities for the large number of full-time research students who are well integrated into the research of the department.

The department has an outstanding research profile. In the 2021 evaluation of research quality in UK universities, the Research Excellence Framework (REF), Oxford University Department of Education had the highest overall percentage of research judged to be 4* (ie world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour) in Education in the UK. A wide range of funded research projects are based in the department and many of these projects have had a major impact on national policy.

Oxford’s PGCE course has an international reputation for the quality of its work, undertaken in close collaboration with local Oxfordshire secondary schools. Over many years, it has consistently received the highest possible designation (Outstanding) from Ofsted in inspections.

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The University expects to be able to offer over 1,000 full or partial graduate scholarships across the collegiate University in 2024-25. You will be automatically considered for the majority of Oxford scholarships , if you fulfil the eligibility criteria and submit your graduate application by the relevant December or January deadline. Most scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and/or potential. 

For further details about searching for funding as a graduate student visit our dedicated Funding pages, which contain information about how to apply for Oxford scholarships requiring an additional application, details of external funding, loan schemes and other funding sources.

Please ensure that you visit individual college websites for details of any college-specific funding opportunities using the links provided on our college pages or below:

Please note that not all the colleges listed above may accept students on this course. For details of those which do, please refer to the College preference section of this page.

Further information about funding opportunities  for this course can be found on the faculty's website.

Annual fees for entry in 2024-25

Further details about fee status eligibility can be found on the fee status webpage.

Information about course fees

Course fees are payable each year, for the duration of your fee liability (your fee liability is the length of time for which you are required to pay course fees). For courses lasting longer than one year, please be aware that fees will usually increase annually. For details, please see our guidance on changes to fees and charges .

Course fees cover your teaching as well as other academic services and facilities provided to support your studies. Unless specified in the additional information section below, course fees do not cover your accommodation, residential costs or other living costs. They also don’t cover any additional costs and charges that are outlined in the additional information below.

Where can I find further information about fees?

The Fees and Funding  section of this website provides further information about course fees , including information about fee status and eligibility  and your length of fee liability .

Additional information

Please note that this course requires that you attend in Oxford for teaching, and you may incur additional travel and accommodation expenses for this. Further, as part of your course requirements, you will need to choose a dissertation topic. Depending on your choice of topic and the research required to complete it, you may incur additional expenses, such as travel expenses, research expenses, and field trips. You will need to meet these additional costs, although you may be able to apply for small grants from your department and/or college to help you cover some of these expenses.

Living costs

In addition to your course fees, you will need to ensure that you have adequate funds to support your living costs for the duration of your course.

For the 2024-25 academic year, the range of likely living costs for full-time study is between c. £1,345 and £1,955 for each month spent in Oxford. Full information, including a breakdown of likely living costs in Oxford for items such as food, accommodation and study costs, is available on our living costs page. The current economic climate and high national rate of inflation make it very hard to estimate potential changes to the cost of living over the next few years. When planning your finances for any future years of study in Oxford beyond 2024-25, it is suggested that you allow for potential increases in living expenses of around 5% each year – although this rate may vary depending on the national economic situation. UK inflationary increases will be kept under review and this page updated.

If you are studying part-time your living costs may vary depending on your personal circumstances but you must still ensure that you will have sufficient funding to meet these costs for the duration of your course.

Students enrolled on this course will belong to both a department/faculty and a college. Please note that ‘college’ and ‘colleges’ refers to all 43 of the University’s colleges, including those designated as societies and permanent private halls (PPHs). 

If you apply for a place on this course you will have the option to express a preference for one of the colleges listed below, or you can ask us to find a college for you. Before deciding, we suggest that you read our brief  introduction to the college system at Oxford  and our  advice about expressing a college preference . For some courses, the department may have provided some additional advice below to help you decide.

The following colleges accept students on the MSc in Medical Education:

• Balliol College
• Green Templeton College
• Harris Manchester College
• Jesus College
• Pembroke College
• Reuben College
• St Hilda's College
• Wolfson College
• Wycliffe Hall

Before you apply

Our  guide to getting started  provides general advice on how to prepare for and start your application. You can use our interactive tool to help you  evaluate whether your application is likely to be competitive .

If it's important for you to have your application considered under a particular deadline – eg under a December or January deadline in order to be considered for Oxford scholarships – we recommend that you aim to complete and submit your application at least two weeks in advance . Check the deadlines on this page and the  information about deadlines and when to apply  in our Application Guide.

Application fee waivers

An application fee of £75 is payable per course application. Application fee waivers are available for the following applicants who meet the eligibility criteria:

• applicants from low-income countries;
• refugees and displaced persons; 
• UK applicants from low-income backgrounds; and 
• applicants who applied for our Graduate Access Programmes in the past two years and met the eligibility criteria.

You are encouraged to  check whether you're eligible for an application fee waiver  before you apply.

Do I need to contact anyone before I apply?

You do not need to make contact with the department before you apply but you are encouraged to visit the relevant departmental webpages to read any further information about your chosen course.

Completing your application

You should refer to the information below when completing the application form, paying attention to the specific requirements for the supporting documents .

For this course, the application form will include questions that collect information that would usually be included in a CV/résumé. You should not upload a separate document. If a separate CV/résumé is uploaded, it will be removed from your application .

If any document does not meet the specification, including the stipulated word count, your application may be considered incomplete and not assessed by the academic department. Expand each section to show further details.

Referees: Three overall, academic and/or professional

Whilst you must register three referees, the department may start the assessment of your application if two of the three references are submitted by the course deadline and your application is otherwise complete. Please note that you may still be required to ensure your third referee supplies a reference for consideration.

Your references will support intellectual ability, academic achievement, motivation and interest in the course and subject area, and ability to work effectively in a group and independently.

Official transcript(s)

Your transcripts should give detailed information of the individual grades received in your university-level qualifications to date. You should only upload official documents issued by your institution and any transcript not in English should be accompanied by a certified translation.

More information about the transcript requirement is available in the Application Guide.

Statement of purpose: A maximum of  1,000 words

Your statement should be written in English and explain your motivation for applying for the course at Oxford, your relevant experience and education, and the specific areas of the course that interest you and/or you intend to specialise in.

If possible, please ensure that the word count is clearly displayed on the document.

This will be assessed for:

• your reasons for applying
• your ability to present a coherent case in proficient English
• your commitment to the subject, beyond the requirements of the degree course
• your preliminary knowledge of the subject area and research techniques
• your capacity for sustained and intense work
• reasoning ability
• ability to absorb new ideas, often presented abstractly, at a rapid pace.

Written work: Two pieces of written work, a maximum of 7,000 words in total, or one long piece, a maximum of 7,000 words

Academic essays or other writing samples from your most recent qualification, typed and written in English, are required. Extracts of the requisite length from longer work are also permitted if prefaced by a note that puts them in context. The written work should be related to the subject you propose to study. The word count does not need to include any bibliography or brief footnotes.

Your written work will be assessed for:

• a comprehensive understanding of the subject area, including problems and developments in the subject
• your ability to construct and defend an argument
• your aptitude for analysis and expression
• your ability to present a reasoned case in proficient academic English.

Instructions for submitting one long piece of work instead of two short pieces

To submit one longer piece of work in your application instead of two shorter pieces, you should upload this document in the first 'Written work' slot on the 'Supporting Documents' tab of the Application Form. In the second 'Written work' slot, you should upload a PDF document with the following statement:

' I have included one long essay in lieu of two short essays. I have checked the course page to confirm this is permitted for this course. '

Start or continue your application

You can start or return to an application using the relevant link below. As you complete the form, please  refer to the requirements above  and  consult our Application Guide for advice . You'll find the answers to most common queries in our FAQs.

Application Guide   Apply

ADMISSION STATUS

Closed to applications for entry in 2024-25

Register to be notified via email when the next application cycle opens (for entry in 2025-26)

12:00 midday UK time on:

Friday 5 January 2024 Latest deadline for most Oxford scholarships

Friday 1 March 2024 Applications may remain open after this deadline if places are still available - see below

A later deadline shown under 'Admission status' If places are still available,  applications may be accepted after 1 March . The 'Admissions status' (above) will provide notice of any later deadline.

*Three-year average (applications for entry in 2021-22 to 2023-24)

Further information and enquiries

This course is offered jointly by the Department of Education  and the Medical Sciences Division

• Course page on the lead  department's website
• Funding information from the department
• Academic and research staff
• Department research and divisional research  
• Postgraduate applicant privacy policy

Course-related enquiries

Advice about contacting the department can be found in the How to apply section of this page

✉ [email protected]

Application-process enquiries

See the application guide

Visa eligibility for part-time study

We are unable to sponsor student visas for part-time study on this course. Part-time students may be able to attend on a visitor visa for short blocks of time only (and leave after each visit) and will need to remain based outside the UK.

PhD Programme

Southampton is one of the UK’s leading centres for biomedical research , offering a range of postgraduate opportunities in both basic and clinical science.

As a research-intensive university, you will benefit from studying alongside academics working at the interface of medicine , discovering solutions to some of the today’s key global healthcare challenges.

Our cutting-edge research is already having an impact in a wide range of areas including asthma, osteoporosis , antibiotic resistance , developmental origins of adult disease , liver disease and diabetes, and we opened the nation’s first Centre for Cancer Immunology last year, bringing together world-leading researchers to expand clinical trials and develop more lifesaving drugs in this exciting and promising area of cancer research.

Introducing your degree

You can choose from Southampton’s full and part-time PhDs in a broad range of specialist areas in Medicine, including biomedicine, research in clinical environments and population-based statistical studies .

Our PhDs are aimed at students who are enthusiastic about developing their careers in scientific or clinical research, and will give you the high quality training in research-related skills and professional/transferable skills enabling you to become a confident, independent researcher .

The University of Southampton is internationally recognised for its work in Life Sciences, of which Medicine plays a huge part . As part of our thriving postgraduate community, you will get the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from a variety of interdisciplinary areas, as well as the NHS or external funders, on research that is having a direct impact on society.

Programme Overview

As a Medicine PhD student you will be based at one of the country’s leading teaching hospitals - University Hospital Southampton – where you will carry out laboratory-based research using modern facilities, and undertake community-based projects in a variety of settings, including general practice, hospitals, community and outpatient clinics, and patients’ homes.

Most projects undertaken by our PhD students focus on a medicine/health related topic and aim to deliver outcomes that may have a direct impact in future health and well-being. Many of our students go on to successful research careers in academia, working in the pharma/biotech industry, science communication, technical sales and support, publishing, clinical scientists, education and teaching.

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Applications for our PhD programmes are welcomed all year round.

Application deadlines for funded positions may apply and will be stated on the relevant webpage /advert.

Entry commencement dates are as follows:

29 January 2024

1 July 2024

23 September 2024

MPhil Full-time 1-4 years, part-time 2-7 years

PhD Full-time 2-4 years, part-time 3-7 years

• Join a leading UK centre for biomedical research
• Benefit from strong links with the NHS in teaching hospitals and in the community
• Be taught by experts in your chosen PhD field
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers from across the University, in the NHS and industry
• Be based at a leading UK teaching hospital – University Hospital Southampton
• Work alongside academics who are making an impact globally in transforming healthcare
• Applications are welcomed throughout the year and the programme can be started throughout the year

Research facilities

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Entry requirements, typical entry requirements.

An upper second-class Honours degree in a subject related to your project (or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University).

Selection process

English Language: IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 6.0 in each category, University band C)

This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about equivalent entry requirements and qualifications for your country.

Programme Structure

Typical course content.

You will be supervised by a small team of academics who are experts in your chosen field, and your academic work will be supplemented by comprehensive training in research, skills, statistics, critical appraisal and laboratory techniques. You will also receive training in transferable skills such as communication, presentation skills and academic writing. Progress will be assessed through both written work and viva voce examinations.

Fees & funding

Tuition fees.

Fees for postgraduate research degrees vary across the University. All fees are listed for UK, EU and international full-time and part-time students alphabetically by course name.

Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.

Learning & Teaching

During your project, you will normally be supervised by a small team of academics who will be experts in your field of study. Your academic work will be supplemented by comprehensive training in research skills, statistics, critical appraisal and laboratory techniques. In addition, you will receive training in transferable skills such as communication, presentation skills and academic writing.

Study locations

University Hospital Southampton

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Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education

This part-time, Master’s level programme is designed for healthcare professionals involved in medical education and training.

Course overview

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• Postgraduate
• Postgraduate Certificate
• School of Postgraduate Medicine

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About the Course

Why enrol on the postgraduate certificate in medical education at the university of buckingham.

This part-time, fully online Master’s level programme is designed for UK and international healthcare professionals interested and involved in education and training. There are growing expectations that those with educational roles and responsibilities should engage in professional development to enable them to model and uphold the highest standards. Our flexible programme which offers you the chance to study at times which work for you, will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to deliver outstanding health professions teaching, assessment, and course design.

This programme provides a sound educational foundation for professionals from across the health professions who support undergraduate students and/or postgraduate trainees’ learning in Higher and Professional Education settings, including the clinical workplace. Through our core and option modules, you will develop an understanding of the key principles of effective teaching, learning, and assessment as they relate to your own practice. Our option modules focus on clinical teaching, supervision, and work-based learning, lending a unique practical focus to the PGCME that should help you excel as a clinical educator. We cover several topics of contemporary interest within health professions education (such as technology enhanced learning, developments in simulation, mentoring and supporting learners in difficulty) not commonly included in generic programmes.

The programme has been designed in collaboration with clinicians and other healthcare professionals. As a result, the structure of the programme allows students flexibility over module choice and when they study, minimising the potential for service disruption and allowing students to develop areas of expertise relevant to their role responsibilities.

We aim to produce graduates who are able to:

• create welcoming, safe, and purposeful learning environments
• design and deliver engaging and effective teaching, learning, and assessment activities
• have purposeful, developmental conversations with learners that support their personal and professional career development
• have a sound grasp of key educational theories and concepts, drawing on these to develop and critique their own and others’ educational practice
• adopt a critically reflective and reflexive approach to medical education and training.

Course accreditation

The programme is accredited by the Academy of Medical Educators (AoME), in recognition of the high quality of teaching and feedback provided on the programme. AoME is a multiprofessional organisation that sets standards for clinical teachers in the UK. As our course is accredited by AoME, upon successful completion of the PGCME, students can apply for membership of AoME, which entitles them to use the postnominals MAcadMEd, an achievement which demonstrates they have met AoME’s professional standards for clinical teachers in health professions education.

What students tell us

We receive consistently excellent feedback from our students across all modules.

“Overall, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how engaging and motivating an online course can be. I chose the course because I didn’t think I’d be able to make regular fixed times for teaching but wasn’t optimistic about how much I’d learn. There seems to be a really good balance between reading, activities and forum discussions. All of this is backed up by very engaged and responsive tutors which means that the course feels very much “live” despite being completed in our own time.” “It has been a wonderful opportunity; I have been exposed to new information and key concepts in education. Having the course being held online has helped me better manage my time and has made it easier for me to complete the course, in comparison to the course being held in person. I appreciate how available both the tutors were throughout the course always being there for us.”

All our modules offer learners the chance to engage with educational content in a variety of ways. Learning activities across the below modules include: reviewing video and audio recordings; live and recorded online presentations; directed reading; live evening seminars; one-to-one tutorials; written reflections; engaging in our online discussion forum; a journal club activity; peer observation of teaching; and lesson planning. There is a mixture of asynchronous and synchronous content and activities to cater to a wide variety of learning needs and work around busy clinical schedules.

Core Module

• Medical Education: Principles and Practice

Option Modules

• Approaches to Clinical Teaching and Effective Supervision; or
• Learning in Clinical Teams: Simulation and Work-based Learning

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Medicine, Dentistry or related health profession. Applicants must be able to access opportunities to teach/support learning. 

If English is not your native or first language, you must evidence your ability to write Masters-Level academic assignments, regardless of your country of residence. This can be done by providing an IELTS certificate (Overall 7.0, with minimum 7 in reading and writing). You must ensure that your personal statement demonstrates your ability to produce an accurately-written explanation of your reasons for applying.

Teaching & Assessment

The programme is delivered online, with “live” taught sessions and seminars scheduled in both core and option modules to consolidate learning of topics and key concepts. Our online virtual learning environment includes weekly online discussion forums to further consolidate and extend this learning. Participants are also assigned to Communities of Practice, small groups in which they interact with colleagues to support one another’s learning. All modules contain experience-based assessments and students are expected to read widely and critically throughout the programme.

All modules involve self-directed activity, for example, written reflections and teaching observations. Other self-directed tasks require students to design, implement, and evaluate authentic clinical teaching/supervision activities with one or more learners in a range of contexts. For example, students are required to review their own practice and suggest evidence-based changes. In the core module this is based on observation of teaching, while in the optional units, this is based on a recorded feedback session that students self-critique. We see feedback as a central part of the learning process.

This structure ensures that students can personalise their programme to align with their professional interests and development needs, whilst still meeting the professional standards of AdvanceHE, the Academy of Medical Educators, and the GMC.

Meet our staff

The PGCME is facilitated by expert educationalists and physicians. Read more about our course lecturers, below.

Dr Omnia Allam

Dr Allam is a medically qualified doctor with several years of experience as a practicing paediatrician. She is also an internationally recognised medical and healthcare professional educator. Dr Allam has also led a strong multidisciplinary academic career for almost three decades. After obtaining two Master’s Degrees and a PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning in Medical Education, she has held leadership, teaching and academic research roles in multiple UK universities.  She has also been an external examiner across several UK and overseas universities and an academic referee for peer reviewed international conferences and journals. She is particularly interested in curriculum design and review, assessment and technology enhanced learning in Medical Education.

Dr Rishen Cattaree

Students are guided through the course by a calendar of weekly activities, some required, some optional or recommended.

The course comprises one 15-week Core Module*, and a one 15-week Option Module, which students choose from the available Option Modules, either Simulation and Work Based Learning, or Clinical Teaching and Effective Supervision.

September 2024 entry

• Core Module: 2 September 2024 – 20 December 2024
• Option Module: 3 February 2025 – 18 May 2025

After Your Course

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible for membership of the Academy of Medical Educators (AoME).

Fees & Scholarships

The fees for this course are:

The University reserves the right to increase course fees annually in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI). If the University intends to increase your course fees it will notify you via email of this as soon as reasonably practicable.

Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear.

We offer a bursary of 10% of the fees to all staff working in one of our partner LEPs (please contact admissions to check if your LEP applies).

This fee is payable in full in advance. The University accepts letters of support from sponsors.

How To Apply

If you’re considering applying to the course we encourage you to contact us, either before or after making your application.

Apply directly

• We welcome applications directly via our online application form which can be accessed from the ‘Apply’ button.
• Apply by 26 August 2024 for a 2 September 2024 start.
• Future application deadlines will be published here shortly.

Help and support

Our Admissions Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Contact them on +44 (0) 1280 820229 or by email [email protected]

For any queries relating to fees, please contact the expert staff of the student fees department at [email protected] , or phone +44 (0) 1280 820250.

Current applicants

If you would like to make any changes to your current application, please email,  [email protected] , or phone +44 (0) 1280 820229 (and make sure you have your application number ready).

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PhD/MPhil Medicine / Overview

Year of entry: 2024

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We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.

Full entry requirements

Apply online

Before applying you must:

• Choose a programme or find a project you want to apply for and check you’re eligible.
• Speak to the listed supervisor about your suitability for their project or programme.
• Understand how your project is funded and, if it is self-funded, consider how you plan on funding it.
• Read our ‘How to apply’ page to find out more and ensure you include all required supporting documents at the time of submission.

Visit our Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health Postgraduate Research page to find out more.

Programme options

Programme overview

• Undertake research in a field you’re passionate about and join a project addressing leading challenges in the area while working with some of Europe's leading researchers and academics.
• Choose to research at a university ranked and 6th in the UK (QS World University Rankings, 2025) and 2nd in the world for social and environmental impact (THE Impact Rankings, 2024), where 93% of research activity is ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Impact Framework, 2021)
• Access some of the best research facilities in the world at the University, through our industry partners, and at hospitals around Greater Manchester.
• Benefit from dedicated support throughout your PhD journey, from pre-application to graduation and everything in between, through our Doctoral Academy
• Undergo training in transferable skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals through the Doctoral Academy's training programme and progress into a career in research, academia or industry.

Visit our Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health Postgraduate Research page to find out about upcoming open days and events.

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2024, the tuition fees are as follows:

• PhD (full-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £4,786, Low £11,000, Medium £17,500, High £23,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £27,000, Low £28,500, Medium £34,500, High £40,500
• PhD (part-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £2393, Low £5,500, Medium £8,750, High £11,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £13,500, Low £14,250, Medium £17,250, High £20,250

Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.

Contact details

Programmes in related subject areas.

Use the links below to view lists of programmes in related subject areas.

Regulated by the Office for Students

The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high quality education that prepares them for the future and by protecting their interests. More information can be found at the OfS website .

You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at The University of Manchester, including our Degree Regulations and Complaints Procedure, on our regulations website .

PhD opportunities at the School of Medicine

We offer a broad range of PhD opportunities

Our current research students cover a diverse array of disciplines including:

• Diabetes Medicine
• Cardiovascular
• Neuroscience
• Infection and Inflammation
• Health and Bioinformatics and Genomics
• Translational and Cellular Imaging and Engineering
• Medical Education
• Reproductive Medicine
• Biomechanics
• Motion Analysis
• Sports Biomechanics and Rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal

Current funded PhDs

Learn more about currently available funded PhD opportunities with us.

Self-funded projects

If you are considering self-funding your research degree, or bringing funding from a sponsor, our list of available PhD projects will give you an idea of the types of research we do in the School of Medicine.

We encourage prospective PhD students to contact us directly to find out more about our PhD opportunities.

Informal PhD enquiries contact for all research themes

PGR Admin Team School of Medicine [email protected]

Doctoral Training Programme

The University of Dundee hosts an MRC PhD Doctoral Training Programme in Quantitative and Interdisciplinary approaches to biomedical science (QIBIOMED).

• MRC PhD Doctoral Training Programme

Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery

The Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery has a long tradition in supervising postgraduate research leading to PhD research degrees in a wide-ranging choice of subject matter.

• Learn more about PhDs at the Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery

Divisional PhD Leads

• See list of Divisional PhD Leads

Life in Dundee

To apply for a research degree use our direct application system.

For further application support email [email protected]

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Intercalated PhD option for Medical Students

Build on your study of Medicine with the chance to complete a PhD as part of your course.

Include a PhD as part of your Medicine degree

Explore research from a range of specialities

Benefit from world-class facilities and collaborate across departments at Imperial

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This course offers exceptional students on the standard Medicine MBBS/BSc degree the opportunity to include a PhD as part of their course.

This consists of three years’ research, taken after completion of the BSc component.

Research within the Department covers a very broad range of specialities, and you will benefit from access to world class facilities and the chance to collaborate with researchers from other departments and faculties at the university.

After your three years of research are complete, you will continue with the remainder of the MBBS programme, graduating with both an MBBS and PhD qualification.

• 4th in the world Medicine, Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, 2024
• Specialist pathways so you can focus on core fields of interest such as neuroscience or mental health.
• Accredited by the General Medical Council Graduate qualified for provisional registration with the GMC
• Phases 1-3 (MBBS/BSc)
• Intercalated PhD

Phase 1 of the course runs over three years. You will undertake an integrated programme covering the scientific basis of medicine and the foundations of clinical practice, with clinical experience from the start.

The third year consists of clinical attachments in hospitals and placements in a primary care setting, supported by structured teaching.

Phase 2 leads to the award of a BSc degree at the end of year four. We have many specialist pathways available, exposing you to research at the cutting edge of the field. You also undertake a supervised research project.

Phase 3 covers the final two years of the MBBS qualification. You rotate through a wide range of clinical specialties, such as obstetrics and gynaecology, psychiatry, general practice and paediatrics.

In the final years, you have the freedom to follow your own interests and undertake an eight-week elective, which you may complete in the UK or overseas.

For full details of each phase, including specific modules, please see the Medicine MBBS/BSc page.

You will initially apply for Medicine MBBS/BSc .

During your fourth or third year of study, you will contact the BSc Programme Officer to apply to undertake an intercalated PhD.

While undertaking a PhD, you will be placed on an interruption of studies from your MBBS medicine course.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by General Medical Council .

This means that your education meets a respected and recognised standard, starting your career with skills and attitudes needed to deliver high-quality care.

Associateship

As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the Imperial College School of Medicine (AICSM). This associateship is awarded by one of our historic constituent Colleges.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching methods.

Assessment methods

Your timetable and learning

We use a repeating schedule to allow you to focus on Professional Knowledge, Clinical Skills, Professional Values and Behaviours at specific times.

You will focus on deep and active learning methods, such as flipped classrooms and team-based Learning so you can practise and apply your knowledge and critical thinking. 

Your performance will be assessed by a combination of written and clinical examinations and continuous assessment.

Assessments for the MBBS programme are pass/fail. In-course assessments and examinations relating to the science modules in Phase 2 contribute to the final classification for honours for the BSc element of the MBBS/BSc degree and are graded.

Medical Licensing Assessment

The General Medical Council's Medical Licensing Assessment aims to demonstrate that those who obtain registration with a licence to practise medicine in the UK meet a common threshold for safe practice.

To obtain registration with a licence to practise, you will need to pass both parts of the MLA, pass university finals and demonstrate your fitness to practise.

Student agreement

Due to the unique nature of Medicine courses, which emphasise clinical placements, all students will be asked to sign an agreement upon entry which sets out the responsibilities of both the university and the student.

The agreement complements the university's current policies and procedures, promoting a coherent understanding between students and the Faculty as to what is expected from each and improving the student’s learning experience.‌

Placements and location of study

You will complete a number of placements and clinical attachments throughout your degree. Most of your study will be at our South Kensington and Charing Cross Campuses, however, your studies will also take you off-campus at various points in each academic year.

During phase one, you will undertake community-based experiences at General Practices in London. Practices will be accessible by either bus or train, usually requiring under one hour travel.

The Phase 3 clinical specialities, as well as other opportunities to specialise, may be located at other Imperial campuses such as Charing Cross ,  Chelsea and Westminster ,  Hammersmith ,  Royal Brompton ,  St. Mary’s .

You can expect to complete attachments at the below list of teaching hospitals, provided as a guide:

• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
• London North West Healthcare NHS Trust – Ealing Hospital
• Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust
• Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust – Charing Cross, Hammersmith, St Mary's and Western Eye Hospitals
• London North West Healthcare NHS Trust – Northwick Park
• Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Trust
• West Middlesex University Hospital

We have partnerships with healthcare providers inside and outside of London, and the list above is given as a guide and is not intended to be exhaustive.

The main clinical attachments or training away from South Kensington and Charing Cross are in the Phase 1c, Phase 3a and Phase 3b:

• Phase 1c: three 8-weeks clinical placements (including one in General Practice)
• Phase 3a: dedicated pathology course and a range of clinical specialities
• Phase 3b: range of clinical attachments and elective period

Staff expertise

At Imperial, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field. You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the university.

Entry requirements

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.

• Minimum entry requirements
• Admissions test (UCAT) and interview
• Foundation programmes

MBBS/BSc requirements

You apply initially to the Medicine MBBS/BSc course. You can find the initial entry requirements to this on the Medicine MBBS/BSc page.

PhD requirements

The eligibility requirements for the PhD programme include:

• Satisfactory performance in the early year(s) of the MBBS course
• Normally no previous examination re-sits
• A BSc classification of at least 2.1

If you meet these requirements and are given permission, you can either apply for one of the advertised MB/PhDs funded by a division in the Faculty or secure the required funding for the three years of the MB/PhD from external sources in collaboration with your proposed supervisor.

Oxbridge students are also eligible once they have completed the first year of their course at Imperial, have had no examination re-sits and a BSc classification of at least 2.1.

Support for widening participation applicants

The School of Medicine invites applicants to interview on the basis of predicted grades and BMAT scores. Applicants with predicted grades of AAA (including Chemistry and Biology) will be considered on the basis of an adjusted BMAT threshold score.

Applicants who meet the adjusted minimum score will be invited to interview and successful widening participation applicants at interview will receive an adjusted offer of AAA at A-level, or an equivalent level qualification.

Find out more about our admissions schemes

From Admissions Cycle 2025 –2026

Imperial will utilise University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) for Admissions Cycle entry 2025-2026 onwards, as part of our selection process for entry to Medicine (MBBS – A100). Those who have deferred their entry from 2024-2025 to start in the A100 programme in academic year 2025-2026 will not need to resit UCAT. 

You will need to take the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) to study this course. 

You must book the test yourself and must only take it once in an admissions cycle. It must be taken in the year that you apply.  

Tests can be taken between July and September. See the University Clinical Aptitude Test website for registration and test dates. We encourage you to book your test slot at local centre as soon as registration opens. 

How we use the UCAT

Applicants who meet the academic threshold are ranked based on their UCAT scores. UCAT cut-off scores are calculated each year, as a result of ranked candidate UCAT scores versus number of expected interview sessions. As a result, the absolute UCAT cut-off changes each year. 

All candidates will be required to score a minimum threshold in each subsection: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Situational Judgement, as well as achieve or exceed the set total sum of subsection scores. 

All candidates who attend the test are declaring that they are fit to sit the test. If circumstances occur which might affect performance, candidates are encouraged to refer to the UCAT Fitness to Test Policy . If accepted, Pearson Vue who administrate UCAT may give you the opportunity to retake the test. Minor test issues will be communicated to the Medical School.  We were not able to consider special circumstances for anyone who did not communicate them to Pearson Vue.  

For those students identified as Widening Participation, have declared carer status, or involved in Imperial Outreach programme, an adjustment will be applied to the set total sum of subsection scores. The adjustment reflected the overall difference in performance between flagged and non.

The UCAT score will be used to help rank candidates to invite for interview. We anticipate inviting the top third [approximately] ranked candidates to interview.

As this is our first year using UCAT, we are not able to provide a minimum threshold score for 2025 entry.

In line with past BMAT thresholds, our final cut offs vary every year depending on the cohort’s set of results. Contextual, non-contextual and Overseas variance in the thresholds may also apply.

Imperial does not offer its own Foundation Programme.

Currently, Medicine courses do not accept UCL UPCSE or Warwick IFP Science and Engineering applications.

How to apply

Apply via ucas.

When applications open, you can start your application via UCAS Hub. You must initially apply for the Medicine MBBS/BSc course (UCAS code A100). On UCAS hub you can add this course as one of your choices and track your application.

UCAS institution code: I50

Admissions test – the UCAT

All candidates will be required to score a minimum threshold in each subsection: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Situational Judgement, as well as achieve or exceed the set total sum of subsection scores. UCAT ANZ results will be considered.

Application process

You will initially apply initially for Medicine MBBS/BSc (UCAS code A100).

You must meet certain academic requirements in the early years of your degree to be eligible for the PhD programme, and places are competitive so cannot be guaranteed.

While undertaking a PhD, you will be placed on an interruption of studies from your medical course.

Student visas

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your student visa.

Find out more from our International Student Support website .

Tuition fees

Overseas fee, as a guide, the home fee for 2024–25 was £9,250 dependent on the year in which you study, inflationary increases.

Your fee is based on the year you enter the College, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.

Find out more about our  tuition fees payment terms , including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.

Which fee you pay

Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out  how we assess your fee status .

Government funding

If you're a Home student, you can apply for a  Tuition Fee Loan  from the UK government to cover the entire cost of tuition for every year of your course.

You can also apply for a means-tested  Maintenance Loan  to help towards your living costs.

Imperial Bursary scheme

We’re offering up to £5,000 each year through our Imperial Bursary scheme for eligible Home undergraduates.

If your household income remains under £70,000 a year, you’ll automatically qualify for every year of your course.

Find out more about our Imperial Bursary scheme .

As a guide, the Overseas fee for 2024–25 was £50,400 per year

Scholarships, imperial bursary, value per award.

• £1,000–£5,000 per year

Who it's for

• Home students whose household income falls below £60,000 a year

Medicine scholarships

• Students who have Firm Unconditional places to study Medicine at Imperial.

NHS funding

• Full tuition fee support and a means-tested bursary or a tuition fees only bursary.
• Students in the final (clinical) years of their MBBS

How will studying at Imperial help my career as a doctor?

• 99% Of Imperial Medicine graduates in work or further study*
• 97% Of Imperial Medicine graduates in highly skilled work or further study*

*2021-22 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2024

Graduate with the skills and knowledge to enter into a diverse range of careers including clinical medical practice, biomedical research, the pharmaceutical industry, scientific journalism and healthcare management.

Access the specialist careers support from the medical school careers team, alongside the support offered through your personal tutor and other medical school staff. Including one-to-one appointments, talks from doctors in different specialities, skill sessions, networking events and careers fairs, a dedicated careers websites and much more.

Achieving this MBBS provides you with a primary medical qualification (PMQ), entitling you to provisional registration with the GMC and license to practise in approved Foundation Year 1 posts. In your final year, we will support you to apply for a Foundation Year 1 post through the UK Foundation Programme selection scheme.

On successful completion of the Foundation Year 1 programme you can apply for full registration with the GMC before entering Foundation Year 2.

As a doctor you’ll need full registration with a license to practise for unsupervised medical practise in the NHS or UK private practice, although regulations in this area are subject to change. Then, you can train as a specialist through an NHS scheme, choosing from around seventy different specialities.

Further links

Contact the department.

• Telephone: +44 (0)20 7594 7259
• Email: [email protected]

Visit the School of Medicine website

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Terms and conditions

There are some important pieces of information you should be aware of when applying to Imperial. These include key information about your tuition fees, funding, visas, accommodation and more.

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You can find further information about your course, including degree classifications, regulations, progression and awards in the programme specification for your course.

Medicine MPhil/PhD

London, Bloomsbury and London, Hampstead (Royal Free Hospital)

A full or part-time research degree at the UCL Division of Medicine offers broad research training opportunities under the supervision of academics who are world experts in their fields. Collaborative interactions between scientists, clinicians and healthcare industries at national and international levels provide our students with excellent networking opportunities and career prospects.

UK tuition fees (2024/25)

Overseas tuition fees (2024/25), programme starts, applications accepted.

• Entry requirements

A first or an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard or a recognised taught Master’s degree.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Equivalent qualifications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website .

International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from the list below. Please note that the equivalency will correspond to the broad UK degree classification stated on this page (e.g. upper second-class). Where a specific overall percentage is required in the UK qualification, the international equivalency will be higher than that stated below. Please contact Graduate Admissions should you require further advice.

About this degree

The multidisciplinary Division of Medicine combines excellent facilities with world-leading scientific and clinical expertise directed towards better understanding and treatment of human disease. 

Research students benefit from a training environment that fosters collaboration across the interface between basic science, clinical practice within our associated hospitals, and the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.

During your research degree, you will be able to select training courses to develop a wide variety of transferable research, teaching, and leadership skills. There will also be opportunities to put these skills into practice in laboratory and teaching environments. We aim to enhance not only your research project, but also your communication skills and career prospects. 

You will receive regular guidance and support from your project supervisors and from an independent thesis committee across your full registration period.

Who this course is for

We aim to recruit the best graduates in science and medicine from across the world with a genuine passion and talent for biomedical research.

What this course will give you

This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities.

• You join the multidisciplinary Division of Medicine, which trains and inspires the next generation of leading biomedical scientists and clinicians.
• An excellent educational experience and unrivalled opportunities for interdisciplinary research, networking, career development and employment across the biomedical and healthcare sectors.
• Networking and career opportunities from our academics' international collaborative links with academic and commercial organisations.
• A unique springboard for ambitious clinicians and scientists.

The foundation of your career

Through close collaborations between scientists and clinicians in a wide range of clinical disciplines, a research degree in the Division of Medicine provides a unique springboard for ambitious clinicians and scientists. Our alumni have progressed to senior leadership positions in many areas of academia, the health services and industry.

Employability

A PhD from the UCL Division of Medicine is internationally recognised as a high achievement. Our graduates are expected to be independent thinkers that bring rigorous expertise to solving complex problems.

Recent graduates have taken up clinical, academic, postdoctoral, and scientific advisory positions in the public and private sectors, nationally and internationally.

The Division runs several seminar programmes that attract high-profile national and international external speakers, as well as a student-led 'Presenting Outstanding Papers' group/seminar series.

There is also an annual day retreat away from the university, where we discuss ideas and hear presentations from staff and students across the entire Division.

Students are encouraged to present their results at a major national or international conference at least once during their project period.

Our academics have numerous national and international collaborative links with academic and commercial organisations. These provide students with broad opportunities for networking and career development.

Teaching and learning

Most of your research will be carried out independently with guidance provided by your supervisory team and Thesis Committee. There will also be a series of training requirements that you will need to complete in the early stages of the programme. Your supervisory team will provide guidance on appropriate training requirements relevant to your proposed area of research.

Your first milestone will be to upgrade from MPhil to the PhD degree. For this, you will submit and present a report (upgrade viva). You will also need to give an oral presentation for which all members of the Division will be invited to attend. In your final year, you submit a thesis covering your research and discuss this at a formal interview known as a viva examination.

Most of your time will be spent conducting independent research, alongside regular meetings with your supervisory team and Thesis Committee, and completing your training requirements. We also encourage you to attend relevant research events at UCL and elsewhere.

Research areas and structure

The biomedical disciplines represented within the research departments and institutes of the UCL Division of Medicine include:

• Amyloidosis and acute phase proteins
• Cardiovascular biology
• Clinical pharmacology
• Clinical physiology
• Connective tissue biology
• Diabetes and endocrinology
• Drug design
• Gastroenterology and nutrition
• Inflammation
• Intensive care medicine
• Medical imaging
• Molecular cell biology
• Molecular medicine
• Neuroendocrinology
• Neuroscience
• Nuclear medicine
• Obesity research
• Radiochemistry
• Respiratory research
• Rheumatology.

Research environment

Our world-class undergraduate and postgraduate courses attract the best students from all over the world and train the next generation of basic and clinical scientists and practitioners. Over 200 postgraduate students are enrolled on our PhD programme at any given time.

The UCL Division of Medicine forms one of the most sizeable concentrations of biomedical scientists in Europe in one of the world's leading universities. Our aims are:

• To educate, train, and inspire the next generation of scientists and clinicians.
• To be at the international forefront of biomedical research from lab bench to bedside.
• To attract, retain and develop the most gifted biomedical researchers and teachers at all levels.
• To develop and deliver outstanding patient care together with UCL’s partner hospitals.

Our research aims to understand the basis of disease, and to develop better diagnostics and treatments for diseases with an emphasis on experimental medicine. In the REF 2021 Clinical Medicine unit of assessment, we are ranked first in the UK for our impact and research environment.

Our clinical mission is to provide the highest quality medical care, as practitioners of medicine and leaders of the NHS, and to work in partnership with patients to fulfil our research and teaching missions. The Division’s clinical academics are active as physicians in partner hospitals, with programmes of national and international standing in major medical specialities.

The full-time registration period for a PhD is three years. 

You initially register for an MPhil. In your first few months, you discuss and agree a deliverable plan and timeline for your research project with your supervisors. This plan can be revised as new results are obtained.

You will be eligible to upgrade to PhD registration in year two (at around 12-18 months). The assessment is a written report and oral exam following an upgrade presentation. You will also present your work to your group and to the Division when you upgrade from MPhil to PhD registration in year two.

After three years, you can apply for 'completing research status' if you have completed your research and you are focused on writing your thesis.

The part-time registration period for a PhD is five years.

You are initially registered for an MPhil. In your first few months, you discuss and agree a deliverable plan and timeline for your research project with your supervisors. This plan can be revised as new results are obtained.

You are eligible to upgrade to PhD registration in years two to three (at around 15-30 months). The assessment is a written report and oral exam following an upgrade presentation. You also present your work to your group and to the Division during the upgrade process.

After five years, you can apply for 'completing research status' if you have completed your research and you are focused on writing your thesis.

Accessibility

Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble accessable.co.uk . Further information can also be obtained from the UCL Student Support and Wellbeing team .

Fees and funding

Fees for this course.

The tuition fees shown are for the year indicated above. Fees for subsequent years may increase or otherwise vary. Where the programme is offered on a flexible/modular basis, fees are charged pro-rata to the appropriate full-time Master's fee taken in an academic session. Further information on fee status, fee increases and the fee schedule can be viewed on the UCL Students website: ucl.ac.uk/students/fees .

Additional costs

Your research degree may be subject to an Additional Fee Element (AFE). The AFE (also known as bench fees) is an additional cost, incurred by yourself or your sponsor. It is levied to cover the costs related to consumables, equipment and materials etc. which are not included in the tuition fee. As each research project is unique, the AFE is calculated on an individual basis and is determined by your academic supervisor.

You should discuss finding support for these costs with your proposed primary supervisor.

For more information on additional costs for prospective students please go to our estimated cost of essential expenditure at Accommodation and living costs .

Funding your studies

Research council and charity studentships and fellowships are occasionally available for MPhil/PhD students. Opportunities may also exist for studentships funded via the UCL Division of Medicine, the Faculty of Medical Sciences, and UCL doctoral training programmes. These are usually advertised on major medical research funding sites and findaphd.com when they become available.

For a comprehensive list of the funding opportunities available at UCL, including funding relevant to your nationality, please visit the Scholarships and Funding website .

Students are advised to apply at least 2 months before their proposed start date. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas applicants) should take note of application deadlines.

You should identify and contact potential supervisors and agree on a project before making your application. While there is often some flexibility, deadlines and start dates may be dictated by funding arrangements, so check with the department, academic unit or funder to see if you need to consider these when preparing your application. Applicants who are not restricted by external funding terms and conditions (e.g. self-funding) may start on any of the designated start dates available during the academic year.

Your references must be from individuals unconnected to your proposed supervisory team.

Please note that you may submit applications for a maximum of two graduate programmes (or one application for the Law LLM) in any application cycle.

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Please read the Application Guidance before proceeding with your application.

Year of entry: 2024-2025

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Developing the medical educators of the future, key course details.

Course Overview

Are you a busy working healthcare professional or academic who has an interest in the teaching of medical and other healthcare professionals? Our MSc Medical Education degree could give you the skills you need to enhance your career prospects.

Our multidisciplinary programme offers a flexible blended learning approach of distance learning with residential workshops to suit busy working professionals. You will study the science of learning and the evidence base for educational practice; it links educational theory and evidence to the practice of education in healthcare in a variety of settings and roles.

The programme is professionally focused, and applied to education within different contexts, such as classroom, clinic and community.

You will explore the key challenges, contemporary issues and the latest research in medical and health professions education, and help you develop knowledge and skills in curriculum development, teaching, learning, assessment, and conducting educational research into yours and others educational practice.

Why Medical Education at Swansea University?

• Top 5 for overall research quality (REF2021)
• Postgraduate students have access to facilities in the £100 million Institute of Life Science building
• Limited number of scholarships available for Swansea Bay University Health Board staff
• Degree is aligned to the GMC Trainer Recognition criteria
• PGCert Aligned with the UK PSF criterial Fellowship of the HEA
• Interactive group work learning online
• Two research projects in place of a dissertation
• One to one supervision available to students undertaking research projects

Your Medical Education experience

As soon as you start your MSc Medical Education degree you will be asked to take a proactive role in directing your learning across all modules.

The majority of your course will be delivered via distance learning, including online activities, lectures, group discussions and assigned tutor meetings.

On-campus residential sessions are held each year - this year they are scheduled for 20-22 November 2024. You will take part in a series of workshops, practical sessions and lectures. These contact sessions will allow you to get to know each other, develop peer-support networks, and get to know the faculty.

Medical Education Employment Opportunities

We have carefully designed the course to ensure that each qualification addresses different competencies that may attract diverse audiences or learners at different stages of their career. We aim to provide you with an increased knowledge and understanding of Medical Education, and the skills and knowledge you need to apply your learning to professional practice.

As such, this Master’s degree will give you the in-depth knowledge of the field to potentially enhance your prospects for career progression.

Modules typically include: Evidence, Theory, Innovation and Technology. There are also optional modules you can study.

Students starting in September or January will study the same core modules as part of the programme. Dates for January intake to be confirmed.

MSc 1 Year Full-time Blended learning - September

Year 1 (level 7t), fheq 7 taught masters / pgdip / pgcert.

Students choose 180 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules

Optional Modules

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Choose 20 credits from the following options:

PGCert 1 Year Part-time Blended Learning - September

Students choose 60 credits from the following:

NOTE : Please select 20 credits from the modules below

PGCert 1 Year Part-time Blended Learning - January

NOTE : Select 20 credits from the following modules.

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Year 2 (level 7t).

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select 40 credits from the following options:

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NOTE : Choose 40 credits from the following modules.

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NOTE : Please select 20 credits from the module selection

NOTE : Please select 20 credits which you have not previously completed

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NOTE : Select 20 credits from the following options.

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Students choose 90 credits from the following:

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Year 3 (Level 7D)

Fheq 7 taught masters dissertation.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree or equivalent
• Applications welcome from UK/EU and Overseas
• CV and personal statement to demonstrate intent for current and future teaching, training, educating, research, management or leadership in Medical Education
• IELTS: 6.5 (or Swansea University recognised equivalent)

How You're Taught

Your face-to-face teaching is for 3 days per year on campus this will be supported by web-based and e-learning through interactive group work learning. Throughout your degree the emphasis will be on practical as well as analytical skills.

We are proud to provide an outstanding educational experience, using the most effective learning and teaching approaches, carefully tailored to suit the specific needs of your course. Apart from a small number of online-only courses, most of our courses consist of in-person, on-campus teaching, enabling full engagement with your lecturers and fellow students.

Practical skills sessions, lab work seminars, and workshops predominantly take place in person, allowing for group working and demonstrations. We also operate virtual labs and Simulated Learning Environments which will facilitate greater access to training opportunities in the future. However, our approach also includes the use of some online learning to support and enhance traditional face-to-face teaching. 

Online learning may take place ‘live’ using software such as Zoom, allowing you to interact with the lecturer and other students and to ask questions. Lecture recordings also allow for more flexibility to revisit material, to revise for assessments and to enhance learning outside of the classroom. Some modules have extra resources in Canvas, such as videos, slides and quizzes enabling further flexible study.  

Welsh Provision

Some provision.

There are opportunities for Welsh speakers to study some elements of this postgraduate course through the medium of Welsh but there is not yet enough provision to reach 40 credits in each year. The Programme Director can outline to you what is available in Welsh.

Academi Hywel Teifi is here to support you throughout your time at Swansea University. We can offer you:

• Access to generous Welsh-language study  scholarships or bursaries .
• Access to the Arwain mobile app for the latest information about Welsh-medium courses and modules available to download free on the  App Store  and  Google Play .
• An interview through the medium of Welsh when applying for a place.
• Personal correspondence in Welsh, English or bilingually.
• The option to create and submit your coursework or sit exams through the medium of Welsh (even if you have chosen to study in English), and your work will be assessed in Welsh.
• A Welsh-speaking Personal Tutor.
• One-to-one support to improve your academic Welsh language skills.
• An opportunity to gain an additional free qualification that serves as evidence of your Welsh language ability for future employers.
• Membership of the Swansea University Branch of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.

Visit the Welsh Language Rights webpage for further information about Students' Welsh Language Rights.

Continuing to study through the medium of Welsh will be:

• a natural step for you if you have studied through the medium of Welsh at undergraduate level.
• a way of maximizing your chances of getting the best education.
• a way of receiving a high level of support as the study groups are smaller.
• a valuable addition to your CV and career development.

Meet Your Lecturers

Medical Education students will be taught by a range of world leading researchers based at the Medical School, giving you unrivalled access to teaching on our latest medical research.

Principle teaching staff for the Medical Education programme are:

• Dr Ana Sergio-da-silva (Programme Director)
• Sam Berry Deputy Programme Director)
• Professor Phil Newton
• Dr Sarah Alwan
• Emeritus Professor Andrew Grant

Tuition Fees

Msc 1 year full time.

MSc 2 Year Part Time

MSc 3 Year Part Time

PGDip 1 Year Full Time

PGDip 2 Year Part Time

PGCert 1 Year Part Time

Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page .

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page .

Current students: You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page .

Funding and Scholarships

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.

If you're a UK or EU student starting a master’s degree at Swansea University, you may be eligible to apply for Government funding to help towards the cost of your studies. To find out more, please visit our postgraduate loans page.

To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.

We also have a range of  Taught Master's Scholarships  available.

Additional Costs

Access to your own digital device/the appropriate IT kit will be essential during your time studying at Swansea University. Access to wifi in your accommodation will also be essential to allow you to fully engage with your programme. See our dedicated webpages for further guidance on suitable devices to purchase, and for a full guide on getting your device set up .

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but not limited to):

• Travel to and from campus
• Printing, photocopying, binding, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
• Purchase of books or texts
• Gowns for graduation ceremonies

Careers and Employability

Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

Academic Support

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your personal tutor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

• Academic writing
• Maths and statistics
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Digital skills
• Presentation skills
• Note taking
• Revision, memory and exam techniques
• English language skills (if English is not your first language).

In addition, if you have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD), disability, mental health or medical condition, the Centre for Academic Success have Specialist Tutors to support your learning, working alongside the Disability Office and Wellbeing Service to support all your needs and requirements whilst studying at Swansea University.

Personal Academic Mentor:

You will be assigned an Academic Mentor from a pool of trained personnel drawn from academic staff in the Medical School, or possibly clinical staff from Health Boards for GEM and PA. 

Personal Academic Mentors are your first point of contact while studying at the Medical School and can provide assistance and guidance on a range of issues that may affect your wellbeing, attendance and educational progress. Personal Academic Mentors may also help with your personal development planning and careers advice. Your mentor may also direct you to Welfare and other support services as appropriate.

Medical School Information Office:

Our team of administrators and student information co-ordinators are on hand to support with your academic queries and signpost you to additional services where required. 

Please apply through the University’s central application system .

EU students - visa and immigration information is available and will be regularly updated on our information for EU students page.

Application Deadlines

We recommend that you submit your application to our courses as early as you can in advance of our application deadlines. Courses will close earlier than the application deadlines listed if all available places are filled. You can find further information on our Application Deadlines webpage.

Additional Information

The programme is aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (2011) for Higher Education, and the Academy of Medical Educators Standards, both recognised frameworks for excellent Teaching and Learning in the field and the GMC Trainer Recognition criteria.

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Intercalated degrees.

This course can be studied as an  intercalated masters degree . 

Intercalation is an extra year of study on top of your Medicine degree programme and an opportunity to explore a new area in greater depth, gain new knowledge and develop new skills. 

If you’re interested in intercalating this degree email  [email protected]  

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The Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR) is one of the leading research institutions in the UK. The Institute’s mission is to determine the molecular mechanisms of disease in order to advance human health, and the working environment emphasises collaboration between basic and clinician scientists, meaning the students can learn from multiple different approaches to biomedical problems. There are 24 research groups working across three research themes (protein folding and quality control, membrane trafficking and organelle biology) and three disease areas where these fundamental processes are disturbed (rare genetic disease, neurological disease, and intracellular infection).

Students at CIMR benefit from a wealth of seminars, core topic sessions and workshops held in CIMR by outstanding world-leading researchers, providing a broad scientific education. Our students receive expert training in state-of-the-art technologies through our core research facilities, and also have diverse opportunities to communicate their research findings and develop collaborative networks, e.g. at the annual CIMR research retreat. There are also opportunities for training and involvement in public engagement with research, which is a particular area of focus.

CIMR welcomes applications from postgraduates to undertake research towards a PhD in any of the labs based in CIMR. We admit those applicants who meet the academic admissions criteria and whose research interests match those of an available member of the academic staff who is willing to act as the student's supervisor. We believe that research is most effective when it reflects the widest possible diversity of ideas and inspiration, so we welcome applications from individuals from groups that are traditionally under-represented in scientific research.

Applicants are required to contact potential supervisors directly in the first instance, to discuss their application and funding possibilities. A list of CIMR PIs can be found on the CIMR website.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of their PhD, students should:

• have a thorough knowledge of the literature and a comprehensive understanding of scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own research;
• be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
• have developed the ability to critically evaluate current research and research techniques and methodologies;
• have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems;
• be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research; and
• have gained oral presentation and scientific writing skills.

Those who wish to progress to a PhD after completing an MPhil will be required to satisfy their potential supervisor, Head of Department and the Faculty Degree Committee that they have the skills and ability to achieve the higher degree.

The Postgraduate Virtual Open Day usually takes place at the end of October. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions to admissions staff and academics, explore the Colleges virtually, and to find out more about courses, the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the  Postgraduate Open Day  page for more details.

See further the  Postgraduate Admissions Events  pages for other events relating to Postgraduate study, including study fairs, visits and international events.

Departments

This course is advertised in the following departments:

• Department of Pathology
• Department of Clinical Biochemistry
• Department of Clinical Neurosciences
• Department of Haematology
• Department of Medical Genetics
• Department of Medicine

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3-4 years full-time, 4-7 years part-time, study mode : research, doctor of philosophy, cambridge institute for medical research this course is advertised in multiple departments. please see the overview tab for more details., course - related enquiries, application - related enquiries, course on department website, dates and deadlines:, lent 2024 (closed).

Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.

Easter 2024 (Closed)

Michaelmas 2024 (closed), easter 2025, funding deadlines.

These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2024, Lent 2025 and Easter 2025.

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Family Medicine Residency

The Meharry Family Medicine Residency program has a long tradition of producing well trained family physicians since 1978. We offer a dynamic training experience that allows resident physicians to work with highly diverse populations and equally diverse colleges. The primary benefit of this approach is the versatility of the graduate practice spectrum while including excellent consulting and teaching from a broad talent pool of specialists and generalists.

Residents in the Family Medicine Program serve their own panel of patients in several Family Medicine Centers with Nashville General Hospital, Skyline Medical Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Veteran Affairs Clinics under the supervision of Board-Certified Family Medicine Physicians and Specialist.

Training in the Patient Centered Medical Home model supports the development of resident skills with advanced practice guidelines which prepares residents for careers in modern Family and Community Medicine practices. Residency at Meharry also offers unique opportunity for residents to gain experience and create an impact while treating several types of populations, including underserved and vulnerable patients. The rotation curriculum provides a range of learning experiences to prepare residents for independent practice. Graduates of our program have gone on to successfully work in diverse inpatient and outpatient settings confident in their acquired skills as they enter practice.

Program Information

Rotation structure.

Meharry Family Medicine Residency Program rotation schedule is comprised of 12 monthly rotations per academic year starting July 1 st .

Rotations include: Outpatient Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Emergency, Cardiology, Inpatient services, Radiology, Practice Management, Behavioral Health, Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Sports medicine, Dermatology, Community Medicine and Primary Care.

The department of Family and Community Medicine Program holds residency conferences every Wednesday with Grand Rounds every 1 st Wednesday of the month. Conferences are designed to augment the practice-based learning for Family Medicine to include Morbidity and Mortality (M&M), Journal club with current topics in the areas of pediatrics, adult medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology as well as behavioral health.

In addition to didactics, residents have access to AAFP, New England Journal of Medicine, Rosh Board Review preparation, Meharry Medical College Library and online resources and Up-to-Date.

Ashley Hicks, M.D.

Family Medicine Program Director

Dr. Ashley Hicks is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. A Nashville Native who attended Tennessee State University where she received her bachelor’s degree. She then continued to receive her Medical Degree from Meharry Medical College in 2008 and completed her Family Medicine residency with Meharry as well, training as chief resident for the program. Dr. Hicks joined the faculty staff at Meharry in 2015 remaining committed to the program’s excellence in education and development for the future Family Medicine residency program and the physicians that graduate. Dr. Hicks transitioned to the Program Director in 2023 and has developed the passion in resident education for excellent clinical care. She has a strong interest in primary care and prevention of chronic diseases that disproportionately affect people of color.

Core Faculty for the Family Medicine Residency program with Meharry Medical College include:

Millard Collins, M.D.

Department Chair

Breia Reed, M.D.

Meharry Medical College

Aldwin Soumare, D.O.

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Matthew Whitney, M.D.

St. George’s University

Ali Ayar, M.D.

California Northstate University College of Medicine

Onyinyechukwu Nwachukwu, M.D.

American International School of Medicine

Alisha Perez, M.D.

Universidad Iberoamericana School of Medicine, Santo Domingo

Shane Brown, M.D.

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo

Gregory Calfee, M.D.

University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Medicine

Alyscia Cheema, MBBS

Rawalpindi Medical College

Kemjika Echebelem, M.D.

Medical College of Georgia

Mina Nader Hanna, MBBCh

Ain Shams University

Mofoluwaso Ibiwoye, MBChB

Adaku Onyekwere, MBBS

Abia State University, Facility of Medicine

Renda Colins Yekabong, M.D.

University of Buea Faculty of Health Sciences

Olayinka Otukpe, M.D.

University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts

Shefiulai Akande, MBB

University of Ibadan

Gregory Kane, D.O.

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Beshoui Labib, MBBCh

Cairo University Faculty of Medicine

For more information on the Family Medicine Residency Program with Meharry Medical College please contact:

Stephani Glenn, BS Family Medicine Program Coordinator

Email : [email protected] Phone: 615-327-6168

Ashley Hicks, M.D. Family Medicine Program Director

Email: [email protected] Phone: 615-327-5506