Metabolic Medicine - PGCert

University of South Wales

United Kingdom, Cardiff

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University of South Wales

United Kingdom , Cardiff

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 6 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,900 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Metabolic Medicine - PGCert

About

Our comprehensive programme allows you to explore diverse methodologies and approaches, empowering you to address various presentations relating to metabolic disorders with confidence.

Diabetes

This module provides an in-depth exploration of diabetes mellitus, encompassing type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical presentations, and complications of diabetes.

Obesity

This module delves into the complexities of obesity as a metabolic disorder and a significant risk factor for various health conditions. Explore the underlying causes of obesity, its impact on physical and psychological health, and the importance of early intervention.

Hypertension

The Hypertension module focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and management of hypertension, a common yet critical component of metabolic medicine. Gain a thorough understanding of the underlying mechanisms of hypertension, its risk factors, and its association with cardiovascular diseases.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Students who have completed a 4 year Bachelor degree (60% overall or a GPA of 2.5 or above on the scale of 4, 4 being the highest) can be considered for entry onto a relevant postgraduate programme of study.
Applicants with other relevant qualifications or work experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements

International applicants will need to have achieved an overall of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component/TOEFL 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing or equivalent.

Equivalents can be located on our English Language pages.

If you have previously studied through the medium of English, IELTS might not be required, please visit our country specific page for further details. If your country is not featured, please contact us.

If you do not meet the English entry criteria, please visit our Pre-Sessional course pages.

Career

Career Paths

GP
Nurse
Pharmacist
Dietician

Careers and Employability

Graduate careers

PG Certificate courses are increasingly required by HCPs for their postgraduate career development. This accessible, online programme will help to develop higher-order thinking, including critical analysis skills, whilst furnishing postgraduate students with applicable knowledge to take an active lead in the improved delivery of high quality care in a range of settings.

Possible career paths

The curriculum covers key aspects of metabolic medicine relevant to all HCPs and this PGCert will support employability and expertise. The course can facilitate the development of GPs, nurses, pharmacists and dieticians into specialty roles as well as supporting junior specialists in their career progression.