Postgraduate Diploma in Critical Care
Course Information
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
Where you'll learn
Facilities
- The William Harvey Research Institute offers state-of-the art core facilities, including a Genome Centre, a flow cytometry and cell sorting station, and in vivo imaging facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
William Harvey Research Institute
The William Harvey Research Institute (WHRI) places a high value upon training the next generation of researchers. It is part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry – one of the top 10 multi-faculty research institutions in the UK (REF 2014).
Their primary research focus and excellence lies in their cardiovascular, inflammation and endocrine research themes. In addition, they achieve international excellence in critical care and perioperative medicine research. They aim to combine talents from different disciplines such as genomics, cell biology, and pharmacology, with translational bench-to-patient studies and large-scale clinical trials.
They are currently the largest pharmacological research institute in the UK University sector, and one of the largest in Europe. The Centre employs 530 clinicians and scientists from 45 countries.
Facilities
- The William Harvey Research Institute offers state-of-the art core facilities, including a Genome Centre, a flow cytometry and cell sorting station, and in vivo imaging facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
William Harvey Research Institute
The William Harvey Research Institute (WHRI) places a high value upon training the next generation of researchers. It is part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry – one of the top 10 multi-faculty research institutions in the UK (REF 2014).
Their primary research focus and excellence lies in their cardiovascular, inflammation and endocrine research themes. In addition, they achieve international excellence in critical care and perioperative medicine research. They aim to combine talents from different disciplines such as genomics, cell biology, and pharmacology, with translational bench-to-patient studies and large-scale clinical trials.
They are currently the largest pharmacological research institute in the UK University sector, and one of the largest in Europe. The Centre employs 530 clinicians and scientists from 45 countries.
Teaching
The programme will be delivered online through the Queen Mary virtual learning environment, QMplus and video platform Echo360. You will be able to follow each lecture online via audio recordings and slide/whiteboard content. You are encouraged to interact with teaching staff and other students in online discussion forums, join group activities and be a part of the student community.
Your learning will include:
- seminars
- self-directed learning
- one-to-one tutorials
- case presentations
- reading lists of books and journal papers
You will have an Academic Adviser who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your studies.
The programme will be delivered online through the Queen Mary virtual learning environment, QMplus and video platform Echo360. You will be able to follow each lecture online via audio recordings and slide/whiteboard content. You are encouraged to interact with teaching staff and other students in online discussion forums, join group activities and be a part of the student community.
Your learning will include:
- seminars
- self-directed learning
- one-to-one tutorials
- case presentations
- reading lists of books and journal papers
You will have an Academic Adviser who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your studies.
Structure
For the delivery of this distance learning programme-, students have comprehensive study materials provided online and will have access to the appropriate software to view lectures and teaching material through the internet. With the recent infrastructure investment by QMUL, the new learning technologies (e.g. QMPlus, Echo360) will allow them to discuss and exchange ideas, share knowledge, and review the lecture sessions in their own time and at their own pace.
Modules:
Module 1: Pathophysiological basis of critical illness
Module 2: Supportive care for failing organ function
Module 3: Care of the unconscious patient
Module 4: Neurocritical Care and Trauma management
Module 5: Decision making, communication and ethics
Module 6: Research and Audit methodology
Module 7: Special Patient Groups
Module 8: Multidisciplinary team in critical care
For the delivery of this distance learning programme-, students have comprehensive study materials provided online and will have access to the appropriate software to view lectures and teaching material through the internet. With the recent infrastructure investment by QMUL, the new learning technologies (e.g. QMPlus, Echo360) will allow them to discuss and exchange ideas, share knowledge, and review the lecture sessions in their own time and at their own pace.
Modules:
Module 1: Pathophysiological basis of critical illness
Module 2: Supportive care for failing organ function
Module 3: Care of the unconscious patient
Module 4: Neurocritical Care and Trauma management
Module 5: Decision making, communication and ethics
Module 6: Research and Audit methodology
Module 7: Special Patient Groups
Module 8: Multidisciplinary team in critical care
Assessment
- You will receive continuous assessment in your taught modules
- Each module will be assessed on the basis of written work, examinations and presentations
- You will receive continuous assessment in your taught modules
- Each module will be assessed on the basis of written work, examinations and presentations
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Duration : 21 months
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £13,450 (The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years. Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis)
Starting in : September 2024
Duration : 21 months
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £13,450 (The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years. Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis)
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
- This programme is aimed at doctors, and allied health professionals. Postgraduate experience of critical care medicine is essential
- Applicants should attain a minimum IELTS band score of 6
Eligibility
- This programme is aimed at doctors, and allied health professionals. Postgraduate experience of critical care medicine is essential
- Applicants should attain a minimum IELTS band score of 6
Fees
£26,900
1 year 9 months Course
Postgraduate Diploma in Critical Care
Help
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year 9 months
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
What you'll learn
The modular nature of the programme is designed to fit in with your needs and enable you to obtain a higher qualification while in full time employment.
- Develop a theoretical basis for managing the critically ill or injured patient
- Demonstrate competence in the production of critical reviews and theoretical research activities
- Advance and promote knowledge in the specialty and develop your leadership skills
Where you'll learn
Facilities
- The William Harvey Research Institute offers state-of-the art core facilities, including a Genome Centre, a flow cytometry and cell sorting station, and in vivo imaging facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
William Harvey Research Institute
The William Harvey Research Institute (WHRI) places a high value upon training the next generation of researchers. It is part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry – one of the top 10 multi-faculty research institutions in the UK (REF 2014).
Their primary research focus and excellence lies in their cardiovascular, inflammation and endocrine research themes. In addition, they achieve international excellence in critical care and perioperative medicine research. They aim to combine talents from different disciplines such as genomics, cell biology, and pharmacology, with translational bench-to-patient studies and large-scale clinical trials.
They are currently the largest pharmacological research institute in the UK University sector, and one of the largest in Europe. The Centre employs 530 clinicians and scientists from 45 countries.
Facilities
- The William Harvey Research Institute offers state-of-the art core facilities, including a Genome Centre, a flow cytometry and cell sorting station, and in vivo imaging facilities
- Access to Queen Mary’s dedicated online portal, QMplus
- Access to video and audio recordings of all lectures and other online resources (journals, books and databases)
- Access to our campus facilities if you decide to visit at any point during your course
About the Institute
William Harvey Research Institute
The William Harvey Research Institute (WHRI) places a high value upon training the next generation of researchers. It is part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry – one of the top 10 multi-faculty research institutions in the UK (REF 2014).
Their primary research focus and excellence lies in their cardiovascular, inflammation and endocrine research themes. In addition, they achieve international excellence in critical care and perioperative medicine research. They aim to combine talents from different disciplines such as genomics, cell biology, and pharmacology, with translational bench-to-patient studies and large-scale clinical trials.
They are currently the largest pharmacological research institute in the UK University sector, and one of the largest in Europe. The Centre employs 530 clinicians and scientists from 45 countries.
Teaching
The programme will be delivered online through the Queen Mary virtual learning environment, QMplus and video platform Echo360. You will be able to follow each lecture online via audio recordings and slide/whiteboard content. You are encouraged to interact with teaching staff and other students in online discussion forums, join group activities and be a part of the student community.
Your learning will include:
- seminars
- self-directed learning
- one-to-one tutorials
- case presentations
- reading lists of books and journal papers
You will have an Academic Adviser who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your studies.
The programme will be delivered online through the Queen Mary virtual learning environment, QMplus and video platform Echo360. You will be able to follow each lecture online via audio recordings and slide/whiteboard content. You are encouraged to interact with teaching staff and other students in online discussion forums, join group activities and be a part of the student community.
Your learning will include:
- seminars
- self-directed learning
- one-to-one tutorials
- case presentations
- reading lists of books and journal papers
You will have an Academic Adviser who will guide you in both academic and pastoral matters throughout your studies.
Structure
For the delivery of this distance learning programme-, students have comprehensive study materials provided online and will have access to the appropriate software to view lectures and teaching material through the internet. With the recent infrastructure investment by QMUL, the new learning technologies (e.g. QMPlus, Echo360) will allow them to discuss and exchange ideas, share knowledge, and review the lecture sessions in their own time and at their own pace.
Modules:
Module 1: Pathophysiological basis of critical illness
Module 2: Supportive care for failing organ function
Module 3: Care of the unconscious patient
Module 4: Neurocritical Care and Trauma management
Module 5: Decision making, communication and ethics
Module 6: Research and Audit methodology
Module 7: Special Patient Groups
Module 8: Multidisciplinary team in critical care
For the delivery of this distance learning programme-, students have comprehensive study materials provided online and will have access to the appropriate software to view lectures and teaching material through the internet. With the recent infrastructure investment by QMUL, the new learning technologies (e.g. QMPlus, Echo360) will allow them to discuss and exchange ideas, share knowledge, and review the lecture sessions in their own time and at their own pace.
Modules:
Module 1: Pathophysiological basis of critical illness
Module 2: Supportive care for failing organ function
Module 3: Care of the unconscious patient
Module 4: Neurocritical Care and Trauma management
Module 5: Decision making, communication and ethics
Module 6: Research and Audit methodology
Module 7: Special Patient Groups
Module 8: Multidisciplinary team in critical care
Assessment
- You will receive continuous assessment in your taught modules
- Each module will be assessed on the basis of written work, examinations and presentations
- You will receive continuous assessment in your taught modules
- Each module will be assessed on the basis of written work, examinations and presentations
Fees and Study Options
Starting in : September 2024
Duration : 21 months
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £13,450 (The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years. Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis)
Starting in : September 2024
Duration : 21 months
Location : Distance Learning
Fees : £13,450 (The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years. Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis)
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
- This programme is aimed at doctors, and allied health professionals. Postgraduate experience of critical care medicine is essential
- Applicants should attain a minimum IELTS band score of 6
Eligibility
- This programme is aimed at doctors, and allied health professionals. Postgraduate experience of critical care medicine is essential
- Applicants should attain a minimum IELTS band score of 6