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Health Professions

Overview

This programme is for health and social care professionals who are looking to develop their skills and knowledge so they can progress in their careers.

After completing our one-semester pre-Masters, you will learn about current expertise, theory and research and how to apply those to your area of practice.

Duration

  • One semester

Intakes

  • January and May

Fees

  • £7,950

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Programme Details

Location: UPIC at the University of Plymouth
Intake: January and May

Modules

  • Critical Thinking

50% Coursework / 50% Exams

To develop a range of critical thinking skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level. Improve students’ command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their communication skills (written and oral).

  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

50% Coursework / 50% Exams

To develop a range of academic and communicative skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level.

To develop a range of transferable communicative skills (written and oral) to prepare students for professional life.

To develop independent learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their personal, academic and professional development

Improve their command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their skills in using English in the business context.

  • Research Methods

100% Coursework

To develop an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study.

To develop an understanding of how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Improve their command of English to an appropriate level and enhance their skills in using English.

Full Programme Specification (PDF)

Careers

A wide range of areas including allied health professions, nursing, medical and social care.

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Why we chose UPIC

Hear from our students about what helped them choose Plymouth, and what is so special about their experiences as a student at UPIC.

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