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Clinical Education, MSc

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Online

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    32 Months

Course summary

Gain a clinical education qualification and learn to deliver, organise and lead clinical training.Join us online for a flexible Masters in Clinical Education that fits around full-time work.Graduate with the knowledge and skills to develop, deliver, and research first-class clinical education in your own discipline.Tailor your learning with elective courses in teaching with simulation, teaching technology, clinical learning in primary care, and more.Enjoy one-to-one support for your professional development goals and MSc research project.Mix 24/7 learning resources you can access anytime with live online teaching sessions, for a more social and active learning experience.Outstanding teaching and networkingYou’ll learn from senior academics, lecturers and NHS staff from a variety of clinical backgrounds. All are actively engaged in clinical education and pedagogic research.You’ll be studying alongside students working as clinical staff in medical, dental, and nursing education, as well as doctors, nurses, dentists, physician associates and other healthcare professionals.AssessmentsThis degree is assessed entirely online. We use several types of assessment, including:written assignmentsoral presentationsdevelopment of reflective portfolioscourse work.Our assessments help you gain transferable skills in clinical education. For example, presentation skills in the form of oral presentations and podcasts and writing a research report in the form of a scientific paper.Who can study online MSc Clinical Education?Our distance learning clinical education programme is for practising health professionals and academics anywhere in the world who want an academic qualification in clinical education.It’s ideal for those involved in the education of doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, dental practitioners, associated scientists (biomedical or social), clinical psychologists and occupational therapists.You can join online MSc Clinical Education whether you’re relatively new to clinical education or an experienced educator looking to advance your existing knowledge and skills.By the end of this degree, you’ll be able toApply critical knowledge and a conceptual base in the arena of clinical teaching and learning.Inspire a reflective approach to educational practice.Design, plan, teach and assess clinical education training.Carry out clinical educational research.Discuss and investigate theories of learning.Lead and manage more confidently in your clinical education work.Identify and apply the core values of educators, with a particular emphasis on clinical education.Meet and exceed the minimum requirements of the Academy of Medical Educators (Level 2).

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£ 403month

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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One of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2026).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    26th out of 91 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    176 77%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    18th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.32 83%

    17th

    1

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