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Internal Medicine (Online Learning) PgCert

Internal Medicine (Online Learning) PgCert

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Study mode

Online

Duration

1 year

Start date

09-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Medicine (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This online programme will give you a comprehensive understanding of the processes, investigation procedures and treatment options for common diseases you encounter in general medical practice.

The programme is mostly for early postgraduate doctors. It complements the learning you need to achieve membership of the Royal College of Physicians and it may also be suitable for doctors in other specialties, or nurse consultants and other paramedical specialists with extensive clinical experience.

We cover basic physiology, pathophysiology, therapy and clinical management, as well as clinical skills, generic skills (including writing and research methods) law, ethics and prescribing ability.

Career opportunities

This programme is designed to help medical professionals gain the next step in their medical career, with a highly regarded qualification and first-rate expertise.

Modules

Science of Medicine is a 20-credit, 12-week course which aims to provide rich and diverse preparatory materials for the successful completion of the MRCP (Membership of the Royal College of Physicians) Part 1 exam. The weeks represent individual specialties in the field of Internal Medicine which are directly related to the MRCP syllabus, and provides the Year 1 students with a basis of knowledge in key areas both for general skills and for the exam. These weeks are overseen by both a dedicated course organizer who ensures that the content material each week is to a high standard meeting the SCQF requirements, while individual experts from the NHS and University of Edinburgh tutor the students in their specialist fields.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£6,370

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£6,370

Entry requirements

A medical degree (MBChB or equivalent) or a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a clinically relevant subject. You must have work experience in a clinical context.