Postgraduate Programme Specification
MSc Clinical Education
Academic Year 2022/23
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
| Programme Title | MSc Clinical Education | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Master of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | MED-MSC-CE | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100246 - Health sciences - 60 101246 - Professional practice in educa - 40 |
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ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
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Interview Required |
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| Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Part Time - 3 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 180 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
N/A |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
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Programme Specific Regulations AWARDS, CREDITS AND PROGRESSION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES |
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Students with protected characteristics N/A |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
To equip participants with the skills required to provide professional educational support for medical/dental students and doctors/dentists in training.
To promote the acquisition of skills required to facilitate effective workplace learning
To foster the acquisition of skills required to undertake assessments in the workplace and in simulated environments
To promote the core skills required to mentor and support learners
To promote the core skills required to undertake appraisal
To equip participants with the skills required to lead curriculum innovation
To promote the acquisition of skills required to facilitate effective team working and negotiating skills
To foster the acquisition of skills required to undertake educational research and scholarship
To promote the core skills required to lead educational research and scholarship activated in the clinical and academic environments
To promote research knowledge and skills which will enable the graduate to conduct and disseminate research and scholarship in medical/dental education
To foster the highest calibre of ethical practice in relation to research and scholarly activities in accordance with professional practice and statutory guidelines at national and regional level
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Lead teams and manage educational innovations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, , on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Communicate information about proposed change initiatives effectively to colleagues |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Identify appropriate research strategies for the design of educational research projects |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. Design a research study and submit a dissertation. |
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Support colleagues undertaking educational research or scholarly activities |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. Portfolio. Design a research study and submit a dissertation. |
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Select and critically evaluate theories and research from the knowledge base of medical education. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. Design a research study and submit a dissertation. |
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Apply the synthesised outcome of this critical analysis to the design of a research study. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, role play, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
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Think in a critically reflective way about personal and professional development and, in collaboration with a supervisor, formulate development plans as a consequence. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, and reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate effective use of ICT |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
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Demonstrate effective time management skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lecture Methods of Assessment Timely submission of course work |
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Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the capacity to work with others |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Formative assessment through participation in classroom based group activities. |
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Communication of the results of an educational research project to specialist and non-specialist audiences, in oral, written and electronic media. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
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Make decisions and behave in a way which is informed by ethical and professional codes of conduct. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
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Conduct a critical appraisal of a given knowledge base. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
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Form research collaborations and show good project management skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Discuss relevant educational theory underpinning on-the-job clinical teaching and the teaching strategies required to support effective learning |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment and peer teaching observation. |
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Demonstrate how to embed IT and e-learning resources in course design and delivery |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminar and on-line learning resources. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Explain how to support and appraise undergraduate medical and dental students and postgraduate trainees |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Explain how to implement educationally appropriate simulated and work place assessments |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, video analysis and role play, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Explain how to design sound knowledge based assessments |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Identify and apply appropriate leadership models in the clinical and academic educational environment |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Demonstrate effective team working and team leadership skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, video analysis, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Identify own strengths and weaknesses as a leader |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops. Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research strategies |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Differentiate between scholarship and research |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Discuss the main ethical and governance issues involved in undertaking educational research and scholarship activities |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Identify appropriate research strategies for educational research projects |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Discuss ethical issues involved in undertaking educational research. How to design, implement and evaluate an educational research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Identify appropriate strategies for designing and delivering learning opportunities in the areas of knowledge, skills and professionalism |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Integrate e-learning resources in the design and delivery of learning opportunities |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Integrate the delivery of teaching and learning into routine service activities |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Enhance on-the-job teaching by planning ahead and increasing the amount of time available for teaching |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Implement psychometrically sound assessment strategies in the work place and the simulated environment |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Make best use of opportunities for workplace assessments |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Design appropriate knowledge based assessments |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Provide timely and effective feedback |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Differentiate between assessment and appraisal |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Explain the roles of the appraiser and the appraise |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Recognise the potential for students and trainees to get into difficulties |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Lead teams effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises video analysis, , on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Manage conflict appropriately |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, video analysis, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Initiate and support research and scholarly activities in the academic and clinical environments |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment. |
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Critically review and synthesise a body of evidence related to selected clinical education dissertation topic, evaluate the project including interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars, workshops, directed and self-directed reading, problem based and experiential learning exercises, on-line learning resources, personal development plans and reflective practice, research activity and supervision Methods of Assessment Summative assessment . |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Educational Leadership and Management | MEU8001 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Technology and Education | MEU8004 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Dissertation 1 | MEU8011 | 7 | 30 | -- | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Dissertation 2 | MEU8012 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Dissertation | MEU8003 | 7 | 60 | YES | YES | 36 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Foundations of Clinical Teaching | MEU7015 | 7 | 30 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Methods of Educational Enquiry | MEU8002 | 7 | 30 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Supporting and Assessing Students and Trainees | MEU7016 | 7 | 30 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
Year 1 Students must take MEU7015, and MEU7016 (60 CATS)
Year 2: Students must take the compulsory module MEU8002 (30 CATS) and one of the two optional modules MEU8001 and MEU8004 (30 CATS).
Year 3: Students must take the dissertation module (60 CATS). Students who enter in the first semester will enrol on Module MEU8003 (60 CATS). Students who enter in the second semester will enrol for two 30 CAT modules MEU8011 and MEU8012 (30 CATS).