MSc Expedition and Marine Medicine

University of Plymouth

United Kingdom, Plymouth

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University of Plymouth

United Kingdom , Plymouth

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Plymouth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,400 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

MSc Expedition and Marine Medicine

About

Key features

This programme brings together specialists in expedition and marine medicine, with experience of working across a broad range of remote and austere environments, from high mountains to deep seas.
An array of dedicated modules has been developed with leaders in the fields of expedition and diving medicine training; Endeavour Medical and the Diving Diseases Research Centre (DDRC).
Teaching on the programme places an emphasis on combining theoretical knowledge with practical learning to build confidence and help develop effective clinical and leadership skills when working in remote environments.
Online and classroom-based teaching within the University is combined with practical sessions on local or international residential courses, delivered by the team at Endeavour medical.
The course gives students the opportunity to work with subject specialists in developing a research dissertation project with an expedition or marine medicine focus.
Further to being enrolled on core modules focusing on marine medicine, remote medicine and health care research, applicants also choose optional modules relating to expedition and diving medicine or modules from other postgraduate programmes including: MSc Global Health , MSc Healthcare Management, Leadership and Innovation (HMLI) , and MClinEd Clinical Education .
Designed for busy professionals, this programme is offered as a full time or part time course and welcomes applications from existing medics, healthcare professionals and healthcare science graduates.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

This programme is applicable to healthcare professional graduates and clinicians who wish to advance their career in the fields of expedition and marine medicine. It is also suitable for intercalating medical students between years 4 and 5 of their undergraduate course.

A recognised first degree or equivalent will usually be required, with a minimum of an upper second / 2:1 class honours degree in a health professions related subject (eg. Medicine, Nursing, Paramedic Science, Dentistry, Allied Health Professionals etc).

Clinicians who achieved a lower grade from their first degree or without a degree but with appropriate experience may still be eligible to apply. Please contact the admissions or programme team for further information.

Career

Careers with this subject

This programme can contribute to professional development for senior positions as a medical doctor or for any allied health professional. The course prepares you for clinical roles within the field of remote and expedition medicine across the globe, with organisations specialising in adventure tourism, humanitarian assistance and scientific expeditions. There is a strong leadership component which will stand you in good stead for all career pathways applicable to your chosen field.