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PgCert Diving Medicine at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A postgraduate certificate for medics and healthcare professionals developing clinical and non-technical skills in expedition, marine and diving medicine, taught by leading diving medicine specialists.

Duration: 1 year, part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Fundamentals of Diving Practice, Fitness to Dive and Diving Accidents, combining theory with situational, skills-based learning.

Career pathways

Prepares clinicians for practice in expedition, marine and remote medicine, building leadership skills for challenging settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A recognised first degree or equivalent, normally with at least a 2:2 in a relevant healthcare professional subject (for example BMBS, Nursing, Allied Health Professional degrees). Clinicians with a lower grade, or without a degree but with appropriate experience, may still be eligible. Two academic/professional references may be requested and decisions normally take about four weeks. Applicants needing a Student Visa cannot apply.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,770 a year (2026/27). Part-time programme Source

Duration: 1 year

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