Our online courses are directed to help improve skills and knowledge in the speciality for all medical graduates and post graduates (MBBS/ MD's).

Documents Required

• A copy of your updated CV including your address and date of birth.

• A copy of your undergraduate degree certificate.

• The name and email address of someone who is able to provide a reference, this can be a work colleague, employer or former tutor.

• A detailed personal statement explaining why you would like to undertake the course.

• A copy of your proof of English competency

English Language Requirements

Proficiency in the English language is also essential to completing our courses. If English is NOT your first language, we ask for proof of competency during the application process. We are able to accept an IELTS (with an overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 for each band) or an equivalent qualification.

The MSc in Urology online course places assessments at the heart of the learning process through the employment of clinical scenarios to enhance problem-solving, critical analysis, and evidence-based care. Since the scenarios act as a focus for learning and assessment, the two are intrinsically linked.

The six modules on the course have the same assessment format and for all modules, you will be assigned a dedicated expert tutor.

Your tutor will then facilitate case discussions with the group, whilst monitoring, assessing, and marking your work throughout. You will also participate in a combination of module activities that may be group and/or individual based, dependent on the module.

These innovative teaching methods enable you to envisage the translation of your studies into your everyday work and practice.

Due to the online nature of the course, you will be expected to regularly login and participate in the course - ideally on a daily basis. Students are recommended to spend around two hours per day on their studies.

Our dedicated Student Support Team are also available to help with any problems you may face. From navigating our online platform to advising you on deadlines, our team can assist with any questions or challenges you may have along the way.

The assessment breakdown includes:

• Academic Forum - 40%

  • Every week students are presented with two/three clinical case-based scenarios that are reflective of every day clinical practice and research.

  • Tutors will post a number of questions and prompts to aid students in a formal discussion of each case.

  • These discussions are facilitated throughout by your tutor and are then assessed at the end of every module.

• Reflective Journal - 10%

  • The online reflective journal is a learning portfolio that requires students to record and critically reflect on their learning. Reflection is an important aspect of the programme since the professionals will be able to spend time considering how their practice compares to the themes being discussed in the module. The tutor provides feedback to the student weekly and marks it at the end of the module. Reflective practice is a requirement for healthcare professionals for professional re-validation and professional development.

• Module Assignment - 20%

  This can be either a Group Activity or an Individual Activity:

  • Group Activity: Group assignments are designed to hone skills in the multidisciplinary, holistic approach to modern treatments and patient management by requiring group participation in a single piece of work.

  • Individual Activity: Individual assignments are designed to hone skills in academic career progression through such tasks as reviewing papers, developing scientific posters or abstracts, peer-reviewing, social media activities, patient information leaflets and essays.

• Exam - 30%

  • Case problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination with multiple-choice questions directly test the reasoning and knowledge objectives of the module.

  • The online exam is marked automatically.

  • The examination tests related theory and problem-solving skills.