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    Critical Care (MSc)

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    United Kingdom, Cardiff

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Part Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Online

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines
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    Duration 2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 9,450  / year(s)

    Critical Care (MSc)

    About

    Critical Care (MSc)

    Part time distance learning

    Why study this course

    This is an interprofessional, e-Learning programme, intended for healthcare professionals wishing to specialise in acute care or critical care, and those who teach within such settings. It provides opportunities to explore critical care as a multidimensional phenomenon, through the teaching and module assignments.

    Flexible e-learning programme

    Distance-learning, online format enables flexible learning at your own pace.

    Academic, evidence based approach

    Evidence based approach to empower primary and secondary care professionals explore the complex needs of critically ill patients.

    Delivered by international experts

    Our interprofessional, international evidence-based approach to acute and critical care management is delivered by a faculty of experts.

    Interprofessional study

    Work, learn and collaborate with students and staff from a range of healthcare professions and other academic disciplines.

    The MSc Critical Care is an interprofessional, international, e-Learning programme for healthcare professionals who want to specialise in the field of acute or critical care.

    The MSc in Critical Care aims to facilitate learners to explore acute and critical care as a multidimensional phenomenon, which as such needs to be managed through multidisciplinary initiatives. These initiatives must be based on specialist knowledge, rigorous research and an advanced understanding of the concepts involved.

    Critical care is the specialised and comprehensive care of patients whose conditions are life threatening, from pre-hospital assessment through to discharge from critical and acute care environments. By studying on this programme, students should expect to explore current thinking in relation to the care and management of acute and critically ill patients. The final dissertation requires students to examine in-depth issues related to current practice of this patient group. The course also aims to inform those who teach within the critical care setting at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels to further their knowledge and teach others more effectively.

    The MSc course takes two years to complete, although you can choose to exit with a Postgraduate Certificate after nine months or a Postgraduate Diploma after 18 months if you have fulfilled all the criteria for those awards.

    The taught component introduces you to the multifaceted nature of caring for a critically ill patient. The modular approach allows you to evaluate care of the acute or critically ill patient from an evidence-based perspective, at any point on the patient’s journey (pre-hospital to discharge and rehabilitation), allowing consideration from a multi-professional approach. Professional issues, including leadership, law, ethics, quality and safety maybe studied, as well as the psychosocial aspects relevant to caring for critically ill patients. The assessments are structured to allow students to evaluate the topic in relation to their practice and professional base. Please note this is an academic programme with no “practical” teachings.

    Approximately 50 places are offered per intake and the majority of students are self-funded; although some obtain awards from charities, societies and trusts.

    Where you'll study

    School of Medicine

    We are of the largest medical schools in UK, committed to the pursuit of improved human health through education and research.

    Disciplines

    School of Medicine

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    In order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided.

    With your online application you will need to provide:

    1. A copy of your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as healthcare, nursing, or medicine, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcripts or provisional certificates.
    2. A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent. Please include the date of your expected test if this qualification is pending. If you have alternative acceptable evidence, such as an undergraduate degree studied in the UK, please supply this in place of an IELTS.
    3. Evidence that you are currently registered with the professional body relevant to your profession.
    4. Evidence that you are working in a clinical area that is relevant to the programme and will continue to be for the full duration of your studies. Evidence of your employment can be provided in the form of a signed and dated employer reference. Evidence of your employment can be provided in the form of a signed and dated employer reference. Please note that if your relevant clinical employment ceases the University reserves the right to withdraw you from the programme. (Please refer to the University regulations on 'Fitness to Practise’ for further information).
    5. Within the Personal statement section of the application, please answer the following questions:
    • Please provide exact details of your current employment including the department, organisation and line manager contact details.
    • Are you working in a clinical area related to the acute or critically ill patient?

    If you do not have a degree in a relevant area, your application may be considered on the basis of a minimum of two years relevant professional experience. Please provide additional evidence to support your application such as signed and dated employer references.

    Application Deadline

    The application deadline is 31 July. Applications received after the deadline will only be considered if places are still available.

    Selection process

    We will review your application and if you meet all of the entry requirements, we will make you an offer.

    Find out more about English language requirements.

    Applicants who require a Student visa to study in the UK must present an acceptable English language qualification in order to meet UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) requirements.

    Criminal convictions

    You are not required to complete a DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check or provide a Certificate of Good Conduct to study this course.

    If you are currently subject to any licence condition or monitoring restriction that could affect your ability to successfully complete your studies, you will be required to disclose your criminal record. Conditions include, but are not limited to:

    • access to computers or devices that can store images
    • use of internet and communication tools/devices
    • curfews
    • freedom of movement
    • contact with people related to Cardiff University.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 9,450 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
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