Master of Medical Education at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

The Master of Medical Education (MMedEd) allows those with qualifications up to diploma level (120 credits) to complete training to master’s level. You’ll develop your skills and knowledge as a teaching professional, ensuring you’re able to offer a student-centred approach. Learning from experienced academics and clinicians, plus guest speakers, you’ll get real-world insights that you can apply directly to your work.

Department: Medicine | Duration: 12 months part-time; 12 months full-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: October 2026, September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll enter this year with 120 credits in place. One 60-credit module is delivered over the year, with assessments as described to total the 180 credits you require to obtain a master's qualification.

Career pathways

Most students who study this course will be qualified doctors or dentists seeking to develop their career in medical education, and you’ll find employment opportunities within Higher Education institutions or clinical teaching roles in the public and private sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You're expected to be a regular teacher or supervisor of medical/dental students or doctors/dentists in current UK practice. You'll need to hold a medical or dental degree, or a first degree of 2:2 or above. If you're a current staff member of the University, you should apply via the HR staff qualifications policy, agreeing workload remission and support with your line manager. This course is suitable for applicants to enter with advanced standing. You'll need at least 60 credits or equivalent to be suitable for entry. Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) is permitted for up to 120 credits. APL will normally be applied against the modules in the Postgraduate Certificate level of this course. Normal University processes of mapping learning outcomes will be applied. APL is permitted only where all of the course learning outcomes to the level of a particular exit award have been met. We encourage potential applicants to contact the course team if there are any uncertainties, to ensure that the course learning outcomes can be achieved and that the route is suitable for you. Please email [email protected](opens in new tab) to arrange this.

Intake: October 2026, September 2026

Duration: 12 months part-time; 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/postgraduate/master-of-medical-education#apply

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