Applicant information
What happens after you apply to Bristol?
MSc in Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals
| Awards Available | MSc Postgraduate Diploma Postgraduate Certificate |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | Essentials: Six months Certificate/Diploma: One to three years each MSc: A further one to two years. |
| Part-time study available? | Yes; part-time modular format only |
| Number of places | 60 - 90 |
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Programme overview
This programme provides development in teaching skills for health professionals, with modular units that build up into a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or MSc. Emphasis is on the practical application of educational methods and theory and the development of reflective, evidence based practice as well as a positive, studentcentered approach to teaching and learning. Interactive, small-group teaching and the flexible, friendly support received by learners are among the many strengths of the programme, as well as the networking and contacts enjoyed by students in their future careers.
The Certificate or Diploma can be completed in one year, part-time or spread over three years. The TLHP Essentials route allows you to gain 30 M-level credits and progress to Certificate level if you wish. Teaching takes place in Bristol and at other convenient venues in the Severn Deanery area.
Entry requirements
- Relevant first degree (or international equivalent) from a recognised institution with good final grades or a relevant professional qualification plus at least three years full time (or equivalent part time) professional experience.
- Currently working in the health professions or a health service environment.
- Currently undertaking some form of teaching and/or support of learning with the opportunity to be observed in a teaching role.
- Basic Computer Literacy (broadly equivalent to the standard of the European / International Computer Driving Licence).
Accreditation of prior credits must be authorised within the University's policy.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Core units
- Teaching, Learning and Assessing in the Health Professions
- Creating a Learning Environment to Support Learner Diversity
- Further Assessment and Feedback
- Further Planning and Teaching
- Research Methods (Diploma/MSc)
- Dissertation (MSc)
Optional units
- Clinical and Work Based Teaching
- Supporting Learners with Difficulties
- Evidence-Based Teaching
- Course Design
- Supporting the Struggling Professional
- Teaching and Learning with Simulators
- Technology-Enhanced Learning
- Teaching Ethics in the Health Professions
- Effective Communication Skills Development
- Coaching and Mentoring in Medical Education
- Leading in Education and Training
- Developing Professionalism
Dissertation
To qualify for the MSc, you will need to submit a 15,000-word dissertation/thesis.
Application deadline: Flexible, but approximately 6 weeks prior to the entry points.
Get in touch
TLHP Office, Medical Education
Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
University of Bristol
1st Floor, Senate House
Tyndall Avenue
Bristol
BS8 1TH
Tel: +44 (0)117 331 6824
Email: tlhp-enquire@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/medical-education/tlhp/
International students
Open to international students? No: this part-time programme does not meet government requirements for student visas. Internationals holding non-student visas may be eligible for study.
English-language requirements: 7.0 in all bands and overall, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Part-time: UK/EU £3,050;
overseas n/a
Fees are quoted per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
Some funding may be available through NHS employers or the Clinical Academies linked with the University of Bristol Medical School.
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