Health Professions Education
The School of Medicine with the support of colleagues in the Schools of Allied Health, Education and Department of Nursing & Midwifery have developed a Masters in Health Professions Education which is designed to meet the educator training needs of busy health professionals both locally and internationally. The programme will be offered in two formats to meet the needs of busy healthcare professionals.
Students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma in HPE qualification having successfully completed 60 ECTs.
Students will exit with a masters (MSc) in HPE qualification having successfully completed all modules (I.e. 90 ECTs).
In the case of Blended learning face to face sessions (6 over the two year period) will run at weekends in the Graduate Entry Medical School at the University of Limerick.
Subjects taught
Students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma in HPE qualification having successfully completed 60 ECTs.
Students will exit with a masters (MSc) in HPE qualification having successfully completed all modules (I.e. 90 ECTs).
In the case of Blended learning face to face sessions (6 over the two year period) will run at weekends in the Graduate Entry Medical School at the University of Limerick.
Year 1
Autumn Semester
• Learning & Teaching in Health Professions Education
Spring Semester
• Education Support
• Assessment in Health Professions Education
Summer Semester
• Curriculum Development and Design
• Leadership in Health Professions Education
Year 2
Autumn Semester
• Research in Health Professions Education
Spring Semester
• Research Paper/Dissertation I
Summer Semester
• Research Paper/Dissertation II
Key Fact
Option of blended and online/distance learning. Research led, practice based, interprofessional teaching. Regular feedback and tutor interaction. Innovative collaborative learning experiences with the aim of promoting a stimulating Learning environment as outlined in the University of Limerick "Engaged Learning" strategy
Entry requirements
Minimum of a second class honours primary degree (2.2) (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) or a postgraduate degree (Level 9 National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). or equivalent prior learning that is recognised by the University as meeting this requirement, in a subject related to the health professions, education or management Evidence of a minimum of 2 years clinical professional experience in the health professions, education or management.
Application dates
What to Include with your application:
Full degree transcript and certificates/awards
Personal statement 250 – 500 words
2 professional /academic references dated within last 6 months
A copy of your birth certificate or passport
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
AND
• English language competency certificate
Duration
2 years Full Time
Blended Learning - course code MSHPEDTPA (Face to Face and Online/Distance) - targeting those students who favour the social and collaborative nature of face to face learning.
Online/Distance Learning - course code MSHPEDTDA – targeting those individuals who, for whatever reason, cannot present physically on campus. It is also anticipated that this option will provide the platform for targeting international students and alumni.
Fees
EU fees for 2018/19 are €5,036
Non EU fees for 2018/19 are €12,036
The first instalment (50%) must be paid by 7th September 2018 with the outstanding balance paid by 18th January 2019