The Programme

• Course Content

  This Postgraduate Certificate comprises one 40 credit module and one 20 credit module:

  Haematology and Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation [40 CATS] (Semester 1 and 2) – Through this module, students will be able to 

  1. Apply advanced knowledge of the disease pathology and associated complications for patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions.
  2. Critically analyse current evidence in relation to safe administration of treatments including systemic anti-cancer therapies (incorporating targeted agents and immune therapies) and supportive therapies such as blood and blood products.
  3. Synthesise the specialist knowledge required to meet the needs of the individual undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
  4. Critically evaluate the care of the patient receiving assessment and treatment for haematological conditions, including recognition and management of emergencies and toxicities.

  Clinical Skills in Haematology and HSCT (Semester 2) –Through this module, students will :

  Critically appraise the nursing skills which promote excellence in the care of the patient with a haematological condition including those receiving haematopoietic stem cell transplantation and their sibling donors

  Critically evaluate the specific age-appropriate and holistic needs of the patient/family across various disease trajectories

  Articulate the advanced communication skills required to provide person centred and compassionate care to patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological disease and their families.

   

• Outcomes

  Upon successful completion of this course, students will graduate with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Advanced HealthCare Practice (Haematology and Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation).  

• Delivery

  Students should note that delivery may be via blended learning, with a mix of online and face to face classes as detailed within the module timetable on Canvas.

  Autumn (AUT) teaching commences w/c Monday, 21 September 2026 (Week 1) and finishes w/c  Monday, 14 December 2026 unless otherwise advised.

  Spring (SPR) teaching commences w/c Monday, 18 January 2027 (Week 18) and finishes w/c Monday, 27 April 2027 unless otherwise advised.

  Venue for first class listed below - thereafter, students should check the Weekly Planner facility on QSIS for remaining venues.

  First Semester	(Day)	(Time)	TBC
  Second Semester			TBC

• Selection Criteria

  Applicants shall normally hold a relevant 2.2 Honours degree or above, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. 

  Applicants who do not hold a 2.2 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) may be considered on a case-by-case basis where they can demonstrate evidence of successful study at Level 6 in a healthcare related subject. 

  Applicants must provide evidence of at least 20 CAT points at Level 3/6. Certificates must clearly state level of study and credit worthiness in order to meet the entry requirements. 

  In addition, applicants accessing postgraduate certificates must be working in the relevant clinical area. 

  International Trained Nurses/Midwives: If you hold an international qualification you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability. This should be obtained prior to submitting your application. You can apply for a statement through the ENIC website: Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk)