Program Overview
The Medical Education at Royal College of Physicians is a MSc programme in Education over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Medical Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Teaching and Learning in Medicine I
- Teaching and Learning in Medicine II
- Assessment in Medical Education
- Educational Supervision and Clinical Teaching
- Advanced Teaching Skills
- Research Methods in Medical Education
- Course and Curriculum Design in Medical Education
- Advanced Clinical Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education requires a primary medical qualification. Eligibility for the Postgraduate Diploma requires successful completion of the RCP/UCL Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education. Eligibility for Master\'s level is dependent on successful completion of the RCP/UCL Postgraduate Diploma.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 11,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Royal College of Physicians directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Royal College of Physicians
Royal College of Physicians
London, United Kingdom
The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is a British professional membership body dedicated to improving the practice of medicine, chiefly through the accreditation of physicians by examination....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months