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University of Glasgow: Health Professions Education/Health Professions Education (with Research) (Online Distance Learning)
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| onlinedegreesadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Studying in the University of Glasgow’s online Health Professions Education programme will help you achieve your goals, even as you support learners in achieving theirs. Ideal for busy professionals, our health professions education programme offers maximum flexibility combined with excellence in instruction. Depending on the route they choose, MSc students will complete a dissertation through systematic review or empirical research.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in healthcare roles who are seeking to qualify for a teaching, management or research-based career in health professions education.
-
Run by the prestigious School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, this programme offers the opportunity to study at the heart of a growing network for contemporary educational thinking.
-
With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals.
-
This Health Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice.
-
Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts.
-
Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.
-
Over 95% of the research submitted by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’ by the Research Excellence Framework in 2021.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
The University of Glasgow specially adapts programmes to the online format. You will attend interactive lectures, seminars and individual tutorials. You will also build important connections with fellow students by taking part in project and team work.
Our expert staff will assess your progression through each course in a variety of ways. This may include essays, discussions, blogs, online presentations, interactive quizzes, assignments, weekly graded posts or group work . Details of these assignments are found in your induction.
Taken on a part-time basis, the duration of this programme is 3 to 6 years depending on the credential obtained.
To discover more about the programme watch our webinar with the programme director or visit our articles section for more information.
For more detailed information please visit the course page on our website.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing or another Allied Health Profession. We may also accept degrees in Life Sciences. Applicants should ideally work in a health professions environment where they have access to conduct empirical research. We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications. Applicants must provide a personal statement including details of teaching experience to date or ambition to move into that field. |
| Location | University of Glasgow University of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
**Online learning at the University of Glasgow
Delivering necessary training to support you on a journey of professional development in your educator role, our Online MSc in Health Professions Education helps you achieve your goals as you help your learners achieve theirs.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
1st in the UK for nursing and 3rd in the UK for medicine by the Complete University Guide 2023.
-
Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in clinical roles who are looking for a teaching, management or research-based career in health education.
-
Run by the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, one of the largest, most prestigious medical schools in Europe, you would be studying at the heart of a unique network for contemporary medical thinking.
-With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals. This Health-Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.APROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
Core and Optional Courses
Year 1: PgCert, PgDip and MSc LEARNING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS TEACHING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Year 2: PgDip and MSc Block 1 (select two): CURRICULUM APPROACHES AND DESIGN TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT OF CLINICAL SKILLS EVIDENCE IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 2 (select two): SIMULATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION EVALUATION OF COURSES AND CURRICULA DESIGNING EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 3 (select two): MANAGING THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Year 3: MSc DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION*
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To be accepted to this programme, you must have: |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Studying in the University of Glasgow’s online Health Professions Education programme will help you achieve your goals, even as you support learners in achieving theirs. Ideal for busy professionals, our health professions education programme offers maximum flexibility combined with excellence in instruction. Depending on the route they choose, MSc students will complete a dissertation through systematic review or empirical research.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in healthcare roles who are seeking to qualify for a teaching, management or research-based career in health professions education.
-
Run by the prestigious School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, this programme offers the opportunity to study at the heart of a growing network for contemporary educational thinking.
-
With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals.
-
This Health Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice.
-
Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts.
-
Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.
-
Over 95% of the research submitted by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’ by the Research Excellence Framework in 2021.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
The University of Glasgow specially adapts programmes to the online format. You will attend interactive lectures, seminars and individual tutorials. You will also build important connections with fellow students by taking part in project and team work.
Our expert staff will assess your progression through each course in a variety of ways. This may include essays, discussions, blogs, online presentations, interactive quizzes, assignments, weekly graded posts or group work . Details of these assignments are found in your induction.
Taken on a part-time basis, the duration of this programme is 3 to 6 years depending on the credential obtained.
To discover more about the programme watch our webinar with the programme director or visit our articles section for more information.
For more detailed information please visit the course page on our website.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing or another Allied Health Profession. We may also accept degrees in Life Sciences. Applicants should ideally work in a health professions environment where they have access to conduct empirical research. We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications. Applicants must provide a personal statement including details of teaching experience to date or ambition to move into that field. |
| Location | University of Glasgow University of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
**Online learning at the University of Glasgow
Delivering necessary training to support you on a journey of professional development in your educator role, our Online MSc in Health Professions Education helps you achieve your goals as you help your learners achieve theirs.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
1st in the UK for nursing and 3rd in the UK for medicine by the Complete University Guide 2023.
-
Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in clinical roles who are looking for a teaching, management or research-based career in health education.
-
Run by the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, one of the largest, most prestigious medical schools in Europe, you would be studying at the heart of a unique network for contemporary medical thinking.
-With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals. This Health-Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.APROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
Core and Optional Courses
Year 1: PgCert, PgDip and MSc LEARNING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS TEACHING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Year 2: PgDip and MSc Block 1 (select two): CURRICULUM APPROACHES AND DESIGN TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT OF CLINICAL SKILLS EVIDENCE IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 2 (select two): SIMULATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION EVALUATION OF COURSES AND CURRICULA DESIGNING EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 3 (select two): MANAGING THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Year 3: MSc DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION*
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To be accepted to this programme, you must have: |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
Studying in the University of Glasgow’s online Health Professions Education programme will help you achieve your goals, even as you support learners in achieving theirs. Ideal for busy professionals, our health professions education programme offers maximum flexibility combined with excellence in instruction. Depending on the route they choose, MSc students will complete a dissertation through systematic review or empirical research.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in healthcare roles who are seeking to qualify for a teaching, management or research-based career in health professions education.
-
Run by the prestigious School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, this programme offers the opportunity to study at the heart of a growing network for contemporary educational thinking.
-
With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals.
-
This Health Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice.
-
Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts.
-
Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.
-
Over 95% of the research submitted by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’ by the Research Excellence Framework in 2021.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit courses from a choice of three, each semester in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
The University of Glasgow specially adapts programmes to the online format. You will attend interactive lectures, seminars and individual tutorials. You will also build important connections with fellow students by taking part in project and team work.
Our expert staff will assess your progression through each course in a variety of ways. This may include essays, discussions, blogs, online presentations, interactive quizzes, assignments, weekly graded posts or group work . Details of these assignments are found in your induction.
Taken on a part-time basis, the duration of this programme is 3 to 6 years depending on the credential obtained.
To discover more about the programme watch our webinar with the programme director or visit our articles section for more information.
For more detailed information please visit the course page on our website.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing or another Allied Health Profession. We may also accept degrees in Life Sciences. Applicants should ideally work in a health professions environment where they have access to conduct empirical research. We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications. Applicants must provide a personal statement including details of teaching experience to date or ambition to move into that field. |
| Location | University of Glasgow University of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
**Online learning at the University of Glasgow
Delivering necessary training to support you on a journey of professional development in your educator role, our Online MSc in Health Professions Education helps you achieve your goals as you help your learners achieve theirs.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
1st in the UK for nursing and 3rd in the UK for medicine by the Complete University Guide 2023.
-
Our online health professions education programme is designed for professionals working in clinical roles who are looking for a teaching, management or research-based career in health education.
-
Run by the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, one of the largest, most prestigious medical schools in Europe, you would be studying at the heart of a unique network for contemporary medical thinking.
-With a focus on active, collaborative online learning, we challenge and support you to apply evidence-based methods in your teaching to fellow health professionals. This Health-Professions Education online distance learning programme is especially designed for working professionals wishing to develop specialist skills and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.and to apply these in their professional teaching practice. Our online Health Professions Education programme offers you the flexibility to take one of two routes. We offer a research pathway oriented around the design, conduct and governance of education research. Our secondary route is based on the application of educational theory and evidence to specific contexts. Using practical, collaborative peer learning, we will help you to develop the necessary confidence and specialist skills.APROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1 (PgCert) 3 x 20 credit core courses
Year 2 (PgDip) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2
Year 3 (MSc / MSc (with Research)) 3 x 20 credit compulsory courses in year 1, 6 x 10 credit compulsory courses in year 2, 1 x 60 credit dissertation in year 3
During the first year, there are three compulsory courses, worth 60 credits in total. Then, in the second year, students will choose two courses from each of the three blocks. These courses are 10 credits each, so overall worth 60 credits.
In the third year, students will undertake a dissertation, worth 60 credits. There are two different options for this:
-
On the MSc HPE programme, the dissertation will require a systematic review, synthesis and critique of the literature, to produce a policy document, a set of practitioner guidelines, or a new theoretical model
-
On the MSc HPE (with Research), the dissertation will be a standard report of empirical research, incorporating a critical literature review, methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings, and conclusions drawn.
Core and Optional Courses
Year 1: PgCert, PgDip and MSc LEARNING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS TEACHING IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Year 2: PgDip and MSc Block 1 (select two): CURRICULUM APPROACHES AND DESIGN TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT OF CLINICAL SKILLS EVIDENCE IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 2 (select two): SIMULATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION EVALUATION OF COURSES AND CURRICULA DESIGNING EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Block 3 (select two): MANAGING THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS IN EDUCATION RESEARCH*
Year 3: MSc DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION*
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To be accepted to this programme, you must have: |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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