Paediatrics and Child Health: Advanced Paediatrics (MSc)  Paediatrics and Child Health: Advanced Paediatrics (MSc) University College London ../webroot/files/Institutions/cover_photo/1563944035University-London-1.jpg

This comprehensive programme is intended for professionals specialising in Paediatrics and Child Health and is based at the Institute of Child Health, which sits in a unique position in UK paediatrics because of its strong links to Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and University College London. What and how will I learn? Students on this pathway gain an understanding of the principles of evidence-based paediatrics, and of the impact of molecular genetics on diagnosis and management of the child and family. They develop an awareness of current and future developments in paediatric medicine and child health and gain the skills necessary for independent research. Degree Structure MSc students undertake courses to the value of 180 credits. The programme consists of four core courses (60 credits), four optional courses (60 credits) and a research dissertation (60 credits). A Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits, flexible 2-5 years) is offered. Core Modules Evidence-based Child Health Research Methodology and Statistics Specialist Paediatrics I Specialist Paediatrics II Dissertationreport All MSc students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000 words. Options Epidemiology for Child Health Leadership and Professional Development Molecular and Genetic Basis of Paediatrics Teaching and Learning in Medical Education Immunisation and Communicable Diseases Screening, Surveillance and Child Health Promotion Disability Safeguarding Children Health of School Aged Children Nutrition, Growth and Physical Activity Children and Society, and Vulnerable Children Further details available on subject website: http:www.ucl.ac.ukmsc-paediatrics-and-child-health The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and research project supervision. Assessment is through a combination of unseen examination, class-based tests, (including a MCQ test), appraisals, essays, personal portfolio, oral presentations, the research proposal, and the dissertation and viva. Why should I study this degree at UCL? The UCL Institute of Child Health has a very close relationship with the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and much of its research and teaching is carried out on a joint basis. Great Ormond Street Hospital is the largest Paediatric hospital in the UK with 21 medical, 11 surgical and eight diagnostic specialties, plus eight paramedical and other clinical support services. Graduate students benefit from excellent facilities in both laboratory and non-laboratory subjects. The Institute of Child Health is also engaged in research in population health sciences in the UK and overseas activity. Your future career The programme provides an ideal foundation for further doctoral research in this field andor a career in research and evidence-based practice in paediatrics. Entry Requirements Normally a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Medically qualified applicants should have post qualification experience in paediatrics or child health. Non-medically qualified applicants should have a first degree in a related subject and several years specialist experience of working in hospitals, community child health or public health services for children and families. How to apply There is no closing date for application to entry, but students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for places. Students applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas applicants) should take note of application deadlines. Who can apply? The programme is intended for professionals specialising in Paediatrics and Child Health. The pathway in Advanced Paediatrics is particularly suitable for doctors in training who wish to specialise in research and evidence-based practice in paediatrics. RAE Rating Institute of Child Health 70% rated 4* (world-leading) or 3* (internationally excellent) http:www.ucl.

Medically qualified applicants should have post-qualification experience in paediatrics or child health. Non-medically qualified applicants should normally have a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree or an overseas qualification of an equfor detaItemalue+oSn++???A????#? ?+???????????????????????????????????+S?+