Health Studies PgDip

University of Dundee
Postgraduate PgDip Distance learning 24 Months Food science and nutritionParamedic science

About this course

Designed to offer postgraduate education to healthcare professionals in a range of clinical environments and geographical settings, this course is ideal for UK based and international nurses to develop personally and professionally.

You will develop your ways of thinking, helping you to become an independent learner who thinks creatively to solve problems using evidence-based approaches. These include critical reflection, application of theory, and critical appraisal.

You will develop as a leader in a changing health care landscape. You'll be able to contribute to improving health outcomes for the population you work in, reducing health inequalities, and transforming lives.

You can choose to study from a range of areas to suit your interests, such as:

  • the relationship between risk management and patient safety

  • the assessment, care and management of acutely or critically ill adults

  • the understanding and application of leaderships skills and change management

  • prescribing safely, appropriately and cost-effectively

    This course is offered on a part-time basis and delivered through online distance learning. A small number of modules are also delivered partly face-to-face for locally based students.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2223 Speech and language therapists
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    3219 Health associate professionals
    3213 Medical and dental technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    24 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Dundee
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Food science and nutrition, Paramedic science