Postgraduate - Glasgow Caledonian University

MSc Healthcare Education
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Contact: Linda Proudfoot
E: L.Proudfoot@gcal.ac.uk
T: +44(0)141 331 3904
W: www.caledonian.ac.uk/nmch
Mode of Study & Duration:
Full-time: One year
Part-time: Three years
UK/EU Fees & Funding:
Fees are charged on a 15 point modular
basis which is typically £350 for a 15 point
module. It is the student’s responsibility to
seek financial support from employers or
other funding agencies. The student is
accountable for the payment of fees
Application:
For programme information candidates
should, in the first instance, contact
Mrs Linda Proudfoot, Programme
Leader on 0141 331 3904;
L.Proudfoot@gcal.ac.uk
Assessment:
A range of teaching methods are used to
assess programme learning including self
assessment, essays, presentations, critical
reflective essays, observed teaching sessions
and peer review
Programme Structure:
The programme consists of four 30 point
SQCF level 11 modules, three of which
integrate 180 hours educational theory and
120 hours programme-related teaching
practice, and a Research Dissertation that
confers 60 points at SCQF level 11
The MSc in Healthcare Education offers a distinct programme of learning for healthcare
practitioners working in academic and/or practice settings and aims to provide lifelong
learning opportunities for experienced practitioners which will enable them to support,
deliver, influence and improve healthcare through education.
This modular programme offers study routes for qualified nurses, midwives and specialist community
public health nurses who are registered with NMC and wish to undertake a recordable qualification of
Teacher and those nurses and midwives practicing outwith the UK and other healthcare professionals
including those who already hold a recognised Teacher qualification and wish to continue with
postgraduate study.
Adopting a blended approach, combining face-face and on-line learning, students will be introduced to
advanced research methods and theory and teaching practice associated with supporting learners; teaching,
learning and assessment and educational development. Eligibility for the recordable qualification is
commensurate with Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Education and completion of a Research
Dissertation is required for eligibility for the award of MSc Healthcare Education.
In order to progress towards, and demonstrate achievement of programme-related practice outcomes,
students are required to undertake 60 days/360 hours of programme-related teaching experience associated
with the three theory/practice modules. Students will therefore utilise learning opportunities within their own
workplace to gain programme-related practice experience and access experiences in the wider educational
community to meet their learning needs.
Applicants must meet the following academic and professional entry requirements:
• Honours level (SCQF level 10) or equivalent. Applications from candidates who do not meet this
academic requirement will be considered on an individual basis in line with GCU Guidelines for flexible
entry
• Minimum of three years post qualifying experience and additional knowledge, skills and experience
associated with education and practice
• Nurses, midwives and specialist community public health nurses who wish to exit with a recordable
qualification of Teacher will require to be on the appropriate part of the NMC register
• Entry to, and progression through the modules associated with a recordable teaching qualification,
will be dependant upon the availability of a suitable facilitator and evidence of Enhanced Disclosure
International Students:
International students whose first language
is not English shall be required to
demonstrate evidence of satisfactory
competence by completing an IELTS test
with a score of at least 7.0 (with no element
less than 6.5) or by holding another
recognised qualification. Please refer to page
12 for details
Overseas Fees:
£11,000 (2009 fees)