Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes

Faculty
Course Information
Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
Faculty
Why Study a Diabetes Postgraduate Diploma with us
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100% Flexible |
Expert Led |
Career Boosting |
Our courses are 100% online. No fixed study times mean you can log in and learn whenever and wherever. |
Our faculty are selected due to their subject expertise, experience and teaching abilities to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence |
Fast-track your medical career significantly by pursuing an International one-year university degree, along with invaluable practical clinical experience in a related specialty at a prestigious hospital in India. |
|
100% Flexible |
Our courses are 100% online. No fixed study times mean you can log in and learn whenever and wherever. |
|
Expert Led |
Our faculty are selected due to their subject expertise, experience and teaching abilities to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence |
|
Career Boosting |
Fast-track your medical career significantly by pursuing an International one-year university degree, along with invaluable practical clinical experience in a related specialty at a prestigious hospital in India. |
Who is this course for ?
Applicants will typically be registered healthcare professionals who have a day to day exposure to people with diabetes. They may be part of a team which delivers care, a leader of that team, or a practitioner in diabetology. Our online courses are directed to help improve skills and knowledge in the speciality for all medical graduates and post graduates (MBBS/ MD's). Other medical professionals like Practice Nurses and Podiatrists can also apply.
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.
Applicants will typically be registered healthcare professionals who have a day to day exposure to people with diabetes. They may be part of a team which delivers care, a leader of that team, or a practitioner in diabetology. Our online courses are directed to help improve skills and knowledge in the speciality for all medical graduates and post graduates (MBBS/ MD's). Other medical professionals like Practice Nurses and Podiatrists can also apply.
Documents Required
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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.
How Will I Learn ?
You will be supported throughout your studies by a committed team of internationally recognised educational experts.
Our courses are conducted entirely online through self-directed distance learning. You’ll receive guidance throughout your course with tutor-stimulated academic discussions, which are based on clinically-rich case scenarios.
These usually occur within groups of 10-20 students, allowing you to clearly communicate with both your tutor and fellow students.
You will be supported throughout your studies by a committed team of internationally recognised educational experts.
Our courses are conducted entirely online through self-directed distance learning. You’ll receive guidance throughout your course with tutor-stimulated academic discussions, which are based on clinically-rich case scenarios.
These usually occur within groups of 10-20 students, allowing you to clearly communicate with both your tutor and fellow students.
Assessment Methods
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes 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 every day 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 reflective journal is used by students throughout each module to monitor personal progress. This is guided by weekly feedback from your tutor and is graded at the end of every module. The journal typically includes the following:
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- Initial expectations and reasons for taking the course.
- Module and/or personal learning objectives.
- Description of events, issues and learning points within current personal practice.
- Change in every day practice due to knowledge gained on each module.
- A description of what has been learned during the module.
- 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.
- Case-Based Examination - 30%
- Students are provided with case-based problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination.
- The exam consists of 30 'Single Best Answer' questions.
- Students are required to complete the exam online within the set time.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes online course places assessments at the heart of the learning process through the employment of real life scenarios to enhance problem-solving, critical analysis and evidence-based practice. 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 every day 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 reflective journal is used by students throughout each module to monitor personal progress. This is guided by weekly feedback from your tutor and is graded at the end of every module. The journal typically includes the following:
-
Initial expectations and reasons for taking the course.
-
Module and/or personal learning objectives.
-
Description of events, issues and learning points within current personal practice.
-
Change in every day practice due to knowledge gained on each module.
-
A description of what has been learned during the module.
-
-
Module Assignment - 20%
For this assessment, students will work on a group assignment and/or an individual assignment.
-
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.
-
-
Case-Based Examination - 30%
-
Students are provided with case-based problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination.
-
The exam consists of 30 'Single Best Answer' questions.
-
Students are required to complete the exam online within the set time.
-
Course Fees
Choose from two plans to align with your professional aspirations:
Postgraduate Diploma |
Postgraduate Diploma with Clinical Training |
£ 5,360 + GST |
£ 7,360 + GST |
12-month online course delivered by the University of South Wales faculty
|
All the features of the Postgraduate Diploma plan are included + 12-month practical clinical experience in one of India's leading Multi-speciality Hospitals Monthly Stipend offered Rs. 35,000 to 55,000 in India |
Choose from two plans to align with your professional aspirations:
Postgraduate Diploma |
Postgraduate Diploma with Clinical Training |
£ 5,360 + GST |
£ 7,360 + GST |
12-month online course delivered by the University of South Wales faculty
|
All the features of the Postgraduate Diploma plan are included + 12-month practical clinical experience in one of India's leading Multi-speciality Hospitals Monthly Stipend offered Rs. 35,000 to 55,000 in India |
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Fees
£5,360 + GST
1 year Course
Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes

Batch Coming Soon
Course Duration
1 year
Limited Seats Available
15-20 Seats
Experts
What you'll learn
The successful completion of this flexible and economical course will enable you to have:
- A greater understanding of the multidisciplinary approach to the care of people with diabetes.
- First-hand experience of developing local guidelines, patient information literature or care pathways, which will be part of individual and group activities.
- A greater confidence and understanding of the management of people with diabetes through case studies and discussion.
- Improved critical analysis of published data and data interpretation.
As a healthcare professional, you can make a significant impact by improving your knowledge and skills to allow you to confidently diagnose, manage and prevent diabetes by completing our competitive diploma in diabetes.
Why Study a Diabetes Postgraduate Diploma with us
|
|
|
100% Flexible |
Expert Led |
Career Boosting |
Our courses are 100% online. No fixed study times mean you can log in and learn whenever and wherever. |
Our faculty are selected due to their subject expertise, experience and teaching abilities to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence |
Fast-track your medical career significantly by pursuing an International one-year university degree, along with invaluable practical clinical experience in a related specialty at a prestigious hospital in India. |
|
100% Flexible |
Our courses are 100% online. No fixed study times mean you can log in and learn whenever and wherever. |
|
Expert Led |
Our faculty are selected due to their subject expertise, experience and teaching abilities to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence |
|
Career Boosting |
Fast-track your medical career significantly by pursuing an International one-year university degree, along with invaluable practical clinical experience in a related specialty at a prestigious hospital in India. |
Who is this course for ?
Applicants will typically be registered healthcare professionals who have a day to day exposure to people with diabetes. They may be part of a team which delivers care, a leader of that team, or a practitioner in diabetology. Our online courses are directed to help improve skills and knowledge in the speciality for all medical graduates and post graduates (MBBS/ MD's). Other medical professionals like Practice Nurses and Podiatrists can also apply.
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.
Applicants will typically be registered healthcare professionals who have a day to day exposure to people with diabetes. They may be part of a team which delivers care, a leader of that team, or a practitioner in diabetology. Our online courses are directed to help improve skills and knowledge in the speciality for all medical graduates and post graduates (MBBS/ MD's). Other medical professionals like Practice Nurses and Podiatrists can also apply.
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.
How Will I Learn ?
You will be supported throughout your studies by a committed team of internationally recognised educational experts.
Our courses are conducted entirely online through self-directed distance learning. You’ll receive guidance throughout your course with tutor-stimulated academic discussions, which are based on clinically-rich case scenarios.
These usually occur within groups of 10-20 students, allowing you to clearly communicate with both your tutor and fellow students.
You will be supported throughout your studies by a committed team of internationally recognised educational experts.
Our courses are conducted entirely online through self-directed distance learning. You’ll receive guidance throughout your course with tutor-stimulated academic discussions, which are based on clinically-rich case scenarios.
These usually occur within groups of 10-20 students, allowing you to clearly communicate with both your tutor and fellow students.
Assessment Methods
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes 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 every day 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 reflective journal is used by students throughout each module to monitor personal progress. This is guided by weekly feedback from your tutor and is graded at the end of every module. The journal typically includes the following:
-
- Initial expectations and reasons for taking the course.
- Module and/or personal learning objectives.
- Description of events, issues and learning points within current personal practice.
- Change in every day practice due to knowledge gained on each module.
- A description of what has been learned during the module.
- 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.
- Case-Based Examination - 30%
- Students are provided with case-based problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination.
- The exam consists of 30 'Single Best Answer' questions.
- Students are required to complete the exam online within the set time.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes online course places assessments at the heart of the learning process through the employment of real life scenarios to enhance problem-solving, critical analysis and evidence-based practice. 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 every day 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 reflective journal is used by students throughout each module to monitor personal progress. This is guided by weekly feedback from your tutor and is graded at the end of every module. The journal typically includes the following:
-
Initial expectations and reasons for taking the course.
-
Module and/or personal learning objectives.
-
Description of events, issues and learning points within current personal practice.
-
Change in every day practice due to knowledge gained on each module.
-
A description of what has been learned during the module.
-
-
Module Assignment - 20%
For this assessment, students will work on a group assignment and/or an individual assignment.
-
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.
-
-
Case-Based Examination - 30%
-
Students are provided with case-based problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination.
-
The exam consists of 30 'Single Best Answer' questions.
-
Students are required to complete the exam online within the set time.
-
Course Fees
Choose from two plans to align with your professional aspirations:
Postgraduate Diploma |
Postgraduate Diploma with Clinical Training |
£ 5,360 + GST |
£ 7,360 + GST |
12-month online course delivered by the University of South Wales faculty
|
All the features of the Postgraduate Diploma plan are included + 12-month practical clinical experience in one of India's leading Multi-speciality Hospitals Monthly Stipend offered Rs. 35,000 to 55,000 in India |
Choose from two plans to align with your professional aspirations:
Postgraduate Diploma |
Postgraduate Diploma with Clinical Training |
£ 5,360 + GST |
£ 7,360 + GST |
12-month online course delivered by the University of South Wales faculty
|
All the features of the Postgraduate Diploma plan are included + 12-month practical clinical experience in one of India's leading Multi-speciality Hospitals Monthly Stipend offered Rs. 35,000 to 55,000 in India |
Course Curriculum
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Growing Clinical Relevance of Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus has become a defining clinical concern of the twenty-first century, with its prevalence rising across diverse age groups and geographies. Once perceived as a chronic metabolic imbalance, it is now acknowledged as a condition with profound systemic implications. The global health burden attributed to diabetes, both in terms of direct patient care and the management of its vascular and neuropathic sequelae, necessitates highly informed medical oversight. For practising physicians, this reality translates into an obligation to interpret evolving diagnostic criteria, apply precision medicine principles, and integrate lifestyle, pharmacological, and technological advances into individualised care pathways. Pursuing a postgraduate diploma in diabetes thus represents not merely an academic exercise, but an informed response to the practical demands of contemporary medical practice.
How the Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Addresses Today’s Challenges
Modern diabetes care demands competence that extends beyond baseline clinical familiarity. Physicians are routinely required to distinguish between subtle variations in presentation, manage multi-drug regimens, and evaluate emerging evidence on new therapies and devices. This dynamic clinical landscape can challenge the limits of general training. A structured PG diploma in diabetes, such as the one distributed by OC Academy in collaboration with a recognised UK university, is designed to meet this challenge head-on. Delivered through rigorously constructed, case-based modules, it encourages participants to dissect real-world scenarios, question prevailing assumptions, and develop diagnostic and therapeutic clarity that withstands the complexities of daily clinical encounters. By anchoring the curriculum in authentic patient cases, the diploma course in diabetes transforms theoretical updates into practical, patient-centred skills, ensuring practitioners can respond appropriately to the shifting contours of evidence-based care.
How This PG Diploma Complements Your Existing Medical Training
Completing a medical degree provides a broad understanding of disease processes, yet chronic conditions such as diabetes frequently reveal the need for advanced subject mastery. The diploma in diabetes serves as an academic scaffold that builds upon the knowledge and decision-making frameworks developed during undergraduate and postgraduate rotations. For clinicians managing diverse patient panels, this additional layer of expertise translates to enhanced confidence when addressing atypical presentations, managing comorbid states, or refining long-term treatment strategies. Importantly, the PG diploma course in diabetes neither duplicates nor replaces full sub-specialisation; rather, it enriches everyday practice by equipping doctors with evidence-aligned perspectives that integrate seamlessly with wider clinical responsibilities. In this regard, it shares a conceptual kinship with related advanced courses, such as OC Academy’s recognised diabetology course, both of which strengthen a physician’s diagnostic reasoning and patient management capability within this critical field.
Where This Qualification Fits in Your Learning Journey
Doctors generally pursue a PG diploma in diabetes at distinct stages in their professional arc. For some, it provides a targeted academic milestone early in their specialist interest development, offering focused insight before committing to more intensive fellowship or super-specialisation pathways. Others opt for this credential after gaining practical experience, seeking to consolidate real-world exposure with structured academic reinforcement. Occasionally, clinicians with an established practice in general medicine or related disciplines undertake the diploma to broaden or redirect their clinical emphasis, especially in settings where diabetes-related morbidity dominates patient presentations. In all cases, the qualification is best viewed as an integrated component of lifelong learning, complementing foundational medical training while fostering the critical thinking necessary for evolving clinical contexts.
How Diabetes Knowledge Enhances Primary and Speciality Practice
An advanced understanding of diabetes transforms both frontline and specialist care. In primary practice, doctors equipped with refined diagnostic skills and familiarity with up-to-date treatment algorithms can detect early glycaemic derangements, counsel patients effectively on risk factor modification, and coordinate multi-disciplinary interventions with greater precision. For those in specialist clinics, deep expertise enables nuanced management of complex scenarios, such as secondary diabetes, insulin pump adjustments, and complications requiring co-management with cardiology or nephrology teams. By bridging physiological understanding with patient-centred care plans, graduates of a diploma in diabetes online programme become valuable conduits between general and specialist services. The enhanced clinical acumen they develop often fosters better continuity of care, smoother interdepartmental collaboration, and demonstrably improved patient outcomes.
Career Applications of Diabetes in Medical Practice
Practical application is the measure of any advanced medical training, and a postgraduate diploma in diabetes finds daily expression in a wide range of clinical environments. Within outpatient departments, it informs structured patient reviews, therapeutic adjustments, and tailored education strategies. In long-term disease management, it underpins proactive monitoring for microvascular and macrovascular complications, optimising interventions before deterioration occurs. Some clinicians integrate their diabetology expertise into specialist clinics, offering targeted consultations for complex cases or advising multidisciplinary teams on the interplay between diabetes and related systemic conditions. Beyond direct patient care, this enhanced competence also enriches contributions to hospital policy discussions, clinical audits, and local treatment pathway development. The practical versatility of the qualification ensures its relevance across various patient demographics and healthcare settings.
Career Opportunities After a PG Diploma in Diabetes
Earning a PG diploma course in diabetes confers tangible academic credibility and professional respect within the medical community. It signals to peers, patients, and institutional leaders a commitment to staying abreast of rapidly evolving evidence and applying it responsibly. Many practitioners find that this depth of knowledge supports roles in teaching junior colleagues, mentoring within clinical teams, and contributing to local or regional guidelines on diabetes management. It also lays a sound academic groundwork for those considering further research or doctoral-level inquiry into diabetology themes. While the diploma itself does not serve as a formal license or guarantee of specific job titles, it certainly strengthens a clinician’s profile when engaging with interdisciplinary teams, applying for leadership positions, or shaping public health initiatives related to diabetes care.
Advantages of an Online Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes
Pursuing a diploma in diabetes after MBBS while actively practising medicine demands a study model that respects professional commitments without compromising academic integrity. The diploma in diabetes online, as curated by OC Academy with esteemed university partners, achieves this balance by combining structured, faculty-led modules with the convenience of self-paced engagement. Participants benefit from timely feedback, peer discussion, and guided exploration of real patient cases — replicating the problem-solving context of day-to-day clinical practice. Unlike informal short courses, this academic programme adheres to rigorous assessment standards and encourages continuous interaction, ensuring that learning outcomes translate meaningfully into improved patient care. Doctors find this arrangement especially valuable, as it allows for immediate application of new insights within their clinics and hospitals, reinforcing retention through practical use.