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 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-09-18 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-12-18 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education Medicine View 591 other Masters in Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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88

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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

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

18500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18500 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10550 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10550 GBP per year during 12 months.

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 for Swansea

727 - 1379 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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