PGCert Education for the Health Professions at Swansea University

Programme overview

This part-time postgraduate certificate is for healthcare professionals teaching in academic or clinical settings. It covers the principles underpinning effective teaching, learning and assessment and applying educational theory to real situations across the health professions.

Faculty: School of Health and Social Care | Duration: 1 year part time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

The year covers Teaching and Learning in Healthcare Education and Developing Teaching and Assessment for Healthcare (two 30-credit modules).

Career pathways

The programme supports healthcare professionals progressing as educators. Many graduates already teach in clinical practice, the independent sector or higher education and move to more advanced responsibilities in their organisations, such as lead educator roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need an appropriate degree or equivalent from an approved institution (preferably 2:2 or above), evidence of recent academic study of a professional qualification, and a minimum of two years' relevant work experience and responsibilities. Applicants must currently be registered as a healthcare professional. Applications are screened for standard documentation and then referred to the programme director for review.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,300 for the whole programme (2026/27 (September 2). PGCert, one year part-time Source

International applicants: GBP 7,700 for the whole programme (2026/27 (September 2). PGCert, one year part-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year part time

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