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PGCert Diabetes Practice at Swansea University

Swansea University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A flexible distance learning programme for health professionals with a specialist interest in diabetes, combining online learning with practical skills taught in two five-day residential workshops, and designed with the needs of future diabetes specialist nurses in mind.

Faculty: Medical School  |  Department: Diabetes Practice  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (distance learning)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study draws on the first modules of the diabetes curriculum, including Diabetes Basics, Diabetes Management and Diabetes Events, delivered by distance learning with practical workshops.

Career pathways

Graduates advance within current healthcare roles and may progress to further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:1. A 2:1 in a relevant subject, preferably with clinical experience; significant relevant experience in a diabetes-related healthcare discipline may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Applicants who are not first-language English speakers: IELTS Academic 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each part, or another accepted test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,600 a year (2027/28). UK fee, 1-year full-time PGCert, September 2027 start Source

International applicants: GBP 8,450 a year (2027/28). International fee, 1-year full-time PGCert, September 2027 start Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time (distance learning)

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