Acute Medicine - MSc at University of South Wales

Programme overview

An online part-time MSc in acute medicine for healthcare professionals, delivered in partnership with Learna (Diploma MSc) and validated by the University of South Wales. It progresses from the Postgraduate Diploma in Acute Medicine and requires no set lecture or webinar times.

Duration: 2 years part-time (1 year for those who already hold the PGDip in Acute Medicine) | Intake: March 2027 (online) | Study mode: online | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Eight modules totalling 180 credits over two years, the first 120 credits being the PGDip. The final stage comprises Research Methodologies and Critical Appraisal (12 weeks) and a self-directed Professional Project.

Career pathways

Designed for healthcare professionals.

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Application information

Entry requirements

One-year route: completed PGDip Acute Medicine (120 credits) from USW or another UK university. Two-year route: a first degree or equivalent (including international qualifications) in a relevant professional healthcare field such as a medical or nursing degree; registered healthcare professionals without these will be considered individually. Applicants may be asked to submit a piece of work to confirm postgraduate-level ability.

Intake: March 2027 (online)

Duration: 2 years part-time (1 year for those who already hold the PGDip in Acute Medicine)

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