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PGCert in Patient Safety and Quality Improvement at University of Oxford

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A part-time modular course for healthcare professionals interested in making care safer by design and in making lasting improvements to care pathways and systems, using systems thinking, human factors and quality improvement methods.

Duration: 1-2 years (part time)  |  Intake: 10 October 2027  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course helps students understand the factors influencing patient safety, investigate safety problems and make changes, and is designed for people who work full time.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or upper second-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject. Successful applicants normally provide evidence of a demonstrated interest in patient safety and/or quality improvement and a senior supporter from their home institution. No GRE or GMAT scores are sought. US bachelor's degree applicants normally need a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0. English language (international applicants, higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 overall with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24. Application deadline for 2027-28 entry: 12:00 UK time on 1 December 2026.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,460 a year (2027/28). Annual course fee for part-time modular study Source

International applicants: GBP 11,620 a year (2027/28). Annual course fee for part-time modular study Source

Intake: 10 October 2027

Duration: 1-2 years part-time

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