Clinical Management of Pain (Online Learning) MSc, PgCert, PgDip, PgProfDev
Online
DURATION
1 up to 3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
GBP 5,700 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* estimated tuition for clinical management of pain (MSc, PgCert, PgDip, PgProfDev)
Introduction
The Clinical Management of Pain programme aims to tackle the ‘real-world’ challenges faced by clinicians, with a strong focus and connection to patients and working in practice. It is a multidisciplinary programme that aims to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence of clinicians working with people experiencing pain using up-to-date evidence in a modern teaching environment.
Our part-time, fully online programme offers you a wide range of educational opportunities. With a flexible and broad selection of options, from single courses through to Master of Science degrees, we offer you a unique opportunity to have direct contact with international students, lecturers, tutors and experts in pain management from across the world, to widen your understanding of pain in a variety of clinical contexts.
Developed for working clinicians
Our programme is delivered entirely online with no requirement to attend the University of Edinburgh campus. It was designed specifically for online delivery and learning, and, our online platform allows working clinicians from a range of professions, backgrounds and countries, the opportunity to learn together whilst meeting their personal and professional commitments.
High-quality teaching
The University of Edinburgh has a growing portfolio of established and highly regarded online distance learning postgraduate programmes, with thousands of students currently taking advantage of this mode of education. Expert clinicians and educationalists who hold postgraduate qualifications in teaching and learning as well as recognition as Fellows or Senior Fellows of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) will teach and support your learning. Many of our core teaching staff have been recognised in national teaching awards and have received recognition from our students in the annual Edinburgh University Students Association (EUSA) teaching awards (with nominations for Best Support Staff, Best Tutor and Best Course).
Our programmes are affiliated with the University's Global Health Academy.
Online learning
We embrace the role that technology can play in enhancing teaching, learning and assessment, and the programme was designed with an online learner in mind. This allows for a curriculum design approach that caters to different ways of learning.
Learning online not only allows you to learn whilst you work, but you can also connect to a range of people from different places around the world and share rich and varied experiences. You will be supported as an active member of a vibrant online community where learning outcomes are facilitated by tasks and materials that foster active, relevant and collaborative learning, all supported by the purposeful use of digital media and online technology.
Rankings
The University of Edinburgh is currently ranked 15th in the World in the QS World University Rankings 2023.
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Ideal Students
We would encourage you to apply for our programme if you are a healthcare graduate (including, but not limited to, medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, psychology, veterinary medicine, dentistry and occupational therapy) with clinical experience and the desire to provide better health outcomes for patients/clients with pain conditions.
Our suite of programmes will be of particular interest to health care professionals who wish to take advantage of unparalleled networking opportunities and peer learning. In addition, there is a focus on effective digital communication skills and refinement of interpersonal and team working abilities.
Program Outcome
Our aim is to equip graduates with:
- comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices which underpin quality pain management
- an ability to critically appraise the empirical evidence for the effectiveness of pain management strategies in a range of health settings
- skills required to integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines - graduates may then adapt professional practice to meet the complex biopsychosocial needs of patients with pain
Career Opportunities
By combining high-quality pedagogical learning design, exceptional student support and the clinical and academic excellence of the University of Edinburgh, you will acquire the expertise required to boost your career as a pain management practitioner.
Our programme will enhance your understanding and clinical knowledge of pain management, improve your academic capabilities and provide opportunities to develop your career. There are many diverse prospects for employment depending on where you want to work, your previous experience and your interests. You will be well-placed to advance your clinical career within health services, pursue advanced academic study or work in industry.
You can be assured that your professional and career development will be enhanced in the following areas:
- advanced clinical practice
- clinical leadership
- research
- training and education
Curriculum
Our programme is structured around an academic year that consists of three, 12-week terms. You will be expected to complete each level of the programme within the academic year with the Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and MSc awards given at the point of exit from the University.
If the completion of a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or master's degree does not align with your current goals, you have the option of enrolling for Postgraduate Professional Development (PPD) which would allow you to take a single course of study to enhance a particular element of your clinical practice.
Year One
In Year One, you will gain a solid, theoretical understanding of the biological, psychological and social concepts that drive, develop and maintain pain. Through the Year One compulsory courses, you will deepen your critical evaluation and analysis skills and develop your ability to link research to practice. You will also gain generic academic skills in academic writing, presentation giving and literature searching.
Year Two
Building on Year One courses, you will deepen your understanding and ability to critically analyse literature and reflect this in practice, build your inter and multidisciplinary working knowledge and further develop your transferrable academic skills. You will have some choice of courses, and you will be able to select courses that are of best value to your personal and professional development.
Year Three
In Year Three, several options are available including an independent project, a clinical audit or a quality assurance project. You may also have the option of taking further courses. This choice is based on your personal, professional and academic goals.
Teaching and assessment
During your time on the programme, you will have time to study independently and reflect on what you have learned and how you might apply your learning to your clinical practice. Each course in the programme consists of themed areas including a blend of:
- short online lectures and podcasts
- live lectures and guest speakers
- practical case studies
- directed readings
- discussion board activities
- group work
The interaction between students, clinicians and academics is promoted through facilitated discussion forums, which provide the opportunity for collaborative critical discourse and debate of current issues.
Assessments have been specifically designed to provide you with authentic learning opportunities and offer the ability to draw on your personal clinical experiences and expertise, regardless of where in the world you are located. Assessments and course tasks include but are not limited to, written assignments, topic-focused short essays, and the creation of clinical resources.
Admissions
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
UK government postgraduate loans
If you live in the UK, you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan from one of the UK's governments. The type and amount of financial support you are eligible for will depend on:
- your programme
- the duration of your studies
- your tuition fee status.
UK government and other external funding
Other funding opportunities
- Online Learning Scholarships
- Graduate Scholarship Scheme
- Charitable Trusts