MCh Surgery at Edge Hill University

The MCh enables experienced, qualified doctors to develop an evidence- based approach to healthcare practice and to obtain a postgraduate qualification whilst enhancing their surgical clinical expertise within the NHS. Edge Hill University is an accredited Surgical Training Centre with the Royal College of Surgeons (England). The programme has been designed in collaboration with senior surgeons and academics and is at the cutting edge of contemporary surgical evidence-based practices.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Social Care and Medicine  |  Department: Medical School  |  Duration: 2-3 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September 2026; September 2027  |  Location: Ormskirk, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course consists of two clinical research modules, a work-based learning module and a dissertation. Topics covered will include: Modules include Clinical Research Part 1: Critical Appraisal, Clinical Research Part 2: Developing a Research Proposal, Dissertation for Health and Social Care Professionals.

Career pathways

Medical professionals need to continually seek ways to improve their career prospects in an increasingly competitive job market where a postgraduate qualification is often now deemed essential. The MCh provides a highly relevant qualification for doctors working in a specialist area of surgical practice which will add to your portfolio of qualifications and provide you with opportunities for professional development supported by expert clinicians and academics.

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