Overview

The multidisciplinary Medical Education degree from Swansea University offers a flexible blended learning approach of distance learning with residential workshops to suit busy working professionals. You will study the science of learning and the evidence base for educational practice; it links educational theory and evidence to the practice of education in healthcare in a variety of settings and roles.

The programme is professionally focused, and applied to education within different contexts, such as classroom, clinic and community.

You will explore the key challenges, contemporary issues and the latest research in medical and health professions education, and help you develop knowledge and skills in curriculum development, teaching, learning, assessment, and conducting educational research into yours and others educational practice.

Career

We have carefully designed the course to ensure that each qualification addresses different competencies that may attract diverse audiences or learners at different stages of their career. We aim to provide you with an increased knowledge and understanding of Medical Education, and the skills and knowledge you need to apply your learning to professional practice.

As such, this Master’s degree will give you the in-depth knowledge of the field to potentially enhance your prospects for career progression.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching, Learning and Assessment Medical Education

Evidence Based Education

Innovations and Trends in Medical Education

Curriculum Development in Medical Education

Research project in Medical Education

Research Methods in Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-10 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree or equivalent
Applications welcome from UK/EU and Overseas
CV and personal statement to demonstrate intent for current and future teaching, training, educating, research, management or leadership in Medical Education

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

18500 GBP / year

≈ 18500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11100 GBP / year

≈ 11100 GBP / year

Additional Details

National

MSc 2 Year Part Time £ 5,300
MSc 3 Year Part Time £ 3,500

International

MSc 2 Year Part Time £ 9,250
MSc 3 Year Part Time £ 6,200

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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