Learn more about the modules on our MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice September 2025 intake
Applications for our flexible and part-time MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice are now open for September 2025 intake.
The two-year MSc programme requires the completion of 90 ECTS credits based on taught modules and a research dissertation. It is expected that Scholars will complete most of their taught modules in their first year of the programme. In the second year of the programme scholars will focus more on preparing their research protocol and completing their dissertation.
Core Modules - 55 ECTs
Module 1
Healthcare Ethics and Law
10 Credits
Module 2
Research Methods: Protocol Development, Research and Analysis
15 Credits
Module 3
Research Dissertation
30 Credits
Optional Modules - 35 ECTs required
Global Surgery
5 Credits
Lean QI and Healthcare
5 Credits
Clinicians as Educators - Effective Teaching Skills
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Applications are now open for September 2025 intake. For more information, please click here.