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University of Nottingham: Clinical Education

Institution University of Nottingham
Department School of Medicine
Web http://www.nottingham.ac.uk
Study type Taught

Summary

​​Are you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare? Our Clinical Education MSc equips you with the expertise to educate and inspire the next generation of medical and healthcare professionals. The MSc in Clinical Education is designed for intercalating medical students who want to learn more about teaching and learning in a healthcare context. If you are a practicing healthcare professional educator, please apply for the MMedSci Medical Education which has accredited modules.

​Gain a deep understanding of the core principles and theories of teaching, learning and assessment, while exploring curriculum design and creating effective educational environments that help your learners excel. You’ll also explore the different roles of a teacher and reflect on your own beliefs and values as an educator.

​The course follows the General Medical Council’s Promoting excellence standards for medical education and training. Designed with the very principles it teaches, this course offers optional modules on key topics such as teaching clinical reasoning, addressing underperformance, leadership and management, and coaching and mentoring skills in supervision.

​Make an impact in healthcare education with an advanced degree from Nottingham, gaining the skills and confidence to become an exceptional clinical educator.

Course content introduction

​You’ll study a combination of compulsory and optional modules designed to provide you with a foundation in clinical education – from teaching, learning, assessment and feedback to curriculum design. The course engages with both evidence and theory-based learning, with activities including peer-to-peer learning, observation and simulated educational encounters, preparing you for a successful career as a clinical educator.

​The course includes four core modules, including a 60-credit "Medical Education Research and Dissertation" module, plus optional modules to tailor your learning, adding up to 180 credits in total.

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