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Overview
The Respiratory Medicine in the Community course from the University of Birmingham will provide accredited certification and validation of competencies including skills to enable autonomous practice in dealing with common problems and the ability to critically evaluate current research in the field of respiratory disease.
An independent learning process will allow students to continue to advance their knowledge and understanding of respiratory disease.
Key facts
Students may pick from a list of clinical sessions located mainly at UHB or in primary care. Please be aware that students may need additional clearances for NHS attendance, organised via occupational health and human resources; this can be done at the time of registration in order not to delay studies
Programme Structure
The course will comprise:- Pre contact reading demonstrating how evidence based practice is implemented effectively in practice
- Three days contact time involving lectures and seminars and interactive, facilitated sessions to discuss the key theoretical and clinical aspects of diagnosis and management. Students will contribute to discussion, analysis and application of the theoretical perspectives that underpin practice involving critical evaluation of current research. The programme will include sessions on cough, asthma, COPD and bronchiectasis
- Course work, written and practical assessments
- A minimum of 4 days within hospital or community clinics, (or in your own practice, followed by one to one discussion with specialists who teach on the module) to provide opportunities for experience in required practical competencies and to allow students to acquire and demonstrate skills, particularly in case based assessment and discussion
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 7 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
English
Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Clinical experience
- Entry requirements - BSc or equivalent professional degree in a relevant subject area (biomedical or medical)
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3374 GBP / full≈ 3374 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1211 GBP / full≈ 1211 GBP / full
Additional Details
- Non-credit fee: £1,011.20
Living costs
Birmingham
United Kingdom
765 - 1134 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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