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University of Bristol: Clinical Perfusion Science
| Institution | University of Bristol |
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| Department | School of Medical Sciences |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk |
| choosebristol-pg@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 1649 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This blended learning programme includes high-quality, research-led education that focuses on adult and paediatric perfusion principles and practice. This addresses both the academic and professional requirements to enable perfusionists to practice in Great Britain or Ireland.
The programme is specifically for Limited Registrant clinical perfusion scientists who have secured a post at an accredited cardiac centre in Great Britain or Ireland. Limited Registrants will usually have a primary perfusion qualification from overseas, and a minimum experience of 12 months post-qualifying experience, or be GB or Ireland accredited perfusionists who have not practised for 4 years or more.
It will equip you with enhanced knowledge, understanding and critical awareness of the current approaches and emerging research in the field. It includes:
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Academic and research skills training, including study design and data analysis.
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Advanced physiology of blood and organs that are affected by cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and thereby relevant to perfusion science.
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Principles and practical aspects of the currently used techniques in adult and paediatric perfusion science.
The programme provides a firm theoretical grounding in the basic scientific principles and clinical applications of perfusion science. In conjunction with work-based clinical practical training, this will provide you with the essential skills for employment or further qualifications in this field.
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in a science, medicine or clinical-related subject. This course is specifically for Limited Registrant Clinical Perfusionist Scientists to enable them to obtain full accreditation status as a Perfusionist in Great Britain or Ireland. Applicants must have secured a clinical perfusion scientist Limited Registrant post at an accredited centre in Great Britain or Ireland. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 2840 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 2840 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2840 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2840 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2840 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 6720 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 6720 GBP for Year 1 |
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