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PgDip In Education for Health and Social Care Professionals at University of Salford

University of Salford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Multiprofessional programme for health and social care professionals who want to develop as educators and leaders of education, applying advances in educational approaches and delivery. Modules focus on education, leadership and service development.

Faculty: School of Health and Society  |  Duration: Full-time: eight months (four modules); part-time: two years  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Critically Exploring Professional Practice, Research Methods and Education Principles and Practice (30 credits each), with an optional module from Independent Learning or Emerging Themes in Education Delivery. The MSc adds a 60-credit dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked as educators training future health and social care professionals, and the course supports careers in clinical practice, leadership, education and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Home applicants: registered health or social care professional with an undergraduate health or social care-related degree comparable to 120 credits at level 6 or equivalent; letter of reference; online application with personal statement; passport copy. International applicants: the same requirements plus IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with no element below 5.5. Accreditation of Prior Learning (APCL/APEL) available for alternative entry.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full-time: One year; Part-time: Three years

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