Diabetes (PgDip)

These programmes in Diabetes have been established to equip healthcare professionals who have an interest in diabetes with a sound knowledge of the subject.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes aims to equip healthcare professionals who have a special interest in diabetes with a sound knowledge of diabetes and diabetes-related issues as they present in practice. It aims to do this by providing up-to-date clinical information with treatment and referral guidelines for diabetes and diabetic complications seen in practice.

The course aims are to:

• Provide a comprehensive programme of diabetes education for healthcare professionals.
• Develop competence in the diagnosis, treatment, and decision-making in the care of persons with diabetes.
• Develop leadership and evaluation skills in the delivery of care.
• Establish a stimulating environment for research, teaching and learning about diabetes.
• Encourage a culture for training of healthcare professionals by the development of a network of experienced clinical teachers.

The course is a development of the Diabetes Research Unit which has an international reputation for teaching and research in diabetes. It seeks to encourage critical thinking and improve the understanding of diabetes and diabetes related topics. You will be equipped not only with current factual knowledge but will also have the opportunity to learn about strategies aimed at helping you consider how best to deal with future advances in therapy and management.