PGDip Quality Improvement and Patient Safety

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

About this course

This course provides flexible learning which is relevant to students across local, national and international health settings. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of quality improvement and patient safety. It will also improve your ability to influence and lead on these activities in practice.

You will explore the related theories, principles, and culture, and will be encouraged to critically analyse a range of tools and approaches associated with quality improvement and patient safety and to reflect on their application to service delivery.

In order to achieve the PGDip you will complete four modules. Our teaching team includes NHS colleagues who are currently working within the clinical environment. They are routinely applying, teaching, and supporting the use of quality improvement and patient safety approaches.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2223 Speech and language therapists
2119 Natural and social science professionals
2111 Chemical scientists
3219 Health associate professionals
2222 Occupational therapists
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists

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, Nursing, Paramedic science