MCE Clinical Education

Studying Clinical Education at the UEA, whether it’s to Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters level, is a great way for health and social care professionals to develop their career as a leader in their field and as an educator. If you are a good communicator and have a desire and aptitude for teaching, this could be the course for you.

What sets this programme apart is the unusually diverse range of students we attract - from junior clinicians to senior consultants, in every field of health and social care, and candidates from all over the world. This rich mix of student experience enhances the learning environment and is a valuable resource that will challenge you to think about how different people learn. This will make you an adaptable and creative teacher of the future.

On the course you will explore advances in both theory and practice in clinical education and apply what you have learned through work based placements. Your studies will increase your knowledge and skill, widen your perspective and help you develop fresh insights and the motivation to bring about change and promote excellence in clinical education

Studying on our Clinical Education programmes will provide you with a wide variety of career options. You can become a full time educator, a mentor or supervisor, based in a variety of educational or health care settings. Wherever you choose to work, you can play a vital role in developing the workforce of the future.

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Entry Requirements Degree Subject: A health care profession Degree Classification: 2.2 or equivalent Alternative Qualifications: The University will also consider applications from applicants with current registration as a health professional with an appropriate professional statutory regulatory body Entry Requirement

Applicants should normally have a good first degree from a recognised higher education institution.

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English or those whose degree was not taught in English. To ensure such students benefit fully from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. We also will require a certain standard to be achieved on the written element of the test. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:

• IELTS: 7.0 (minimum 7.0 in all component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 98 (minimum 22 in all components and 23 in speaking)
• PTE: 70 (minimum 70 in all components)

All scores must be less than two years old.

Alternative Qualifications

Acceptance of those who do not possess the formal qualifications normally required will depend on their general educational qualifications, professional experience and demonstrated capacity to benefit from the course. In practice, this means that candidates should have:

• a minimum of two years’ working experience in a health care setting, and
• evidence of continuing professional development, and
• two supportive references attesting to their suitability for the course, including at least one academic reference. Candidates who cannot provide an academic reference may be asked to attend a short academic skills course and will be asked to write a 1,000 word essay on a topic to be determined by the Course Directors. Such candidates may also be asked to attend for an interview.

Renowned for its unique and distinctive interprofessional and interdisciplinary pre- and post- registration provision in the education and training of health professions, the School of Allied Health Professions delivers research-led and problem-based teaching that ensures graduates are fit for practice in the modern health and social care sector.

Students’ experiences and their learning environment are central to our learning and teaching strategy. Teaching is housed within award winning accommodation in the heart of the campus, and programmes have high staff: student ratios, with personal advisors providing individual professional, academic and pastoral support. Learning opportunities in practice are diverse and extends across health, social care and education environments. We are very proud of our innovative teaching methods and the passion and dedication of our staff will inspire you to be the best you can be.

Students have told us our courses are dynamic and fascinating. That’s because our approach is based on problem-solving, evidence-based learning. The courses include the following elements:

Interprofessional Learning – You will meet up with students from other health-related disciplines to exchange knowledge, practice and ideas.

Research – The teaching staff are continually involved in research, which means you will benefit from their knowledge of the very latest practices and techniques.

Supportive Culture – Teaching groups are small, which encourages a close-knit student body and a supportive learning culture. You will be assigned your own personal mentor and qualified professional who will be there every step of the way to guide you through the course.

The University of East Anglia is a fantastic place to study and has a unique atmosphere. You will love being here, learning and making lasting friendships. Studying in the School of Allied Health Professions will ensure you fulfil your full potential.

Fees and Funding

Fees for the academic year 2013/14 will be:

• UK/EU Students: £6,600
• International Students: £14,500

International applicants from outside the EU may need to pay a deposit.

For those applying under the SHA contract, contract prices will apply.