Master of Science - Medical Education

The MSc Medical Education allows healthcare professionals with an interest in education to professionalize their role as clinicians and teachers. The program acknowledges the complex and challenging contexts faced by both new educators and those with extensive experience. By enrolling in this program, individuals will gain the skills necessary to promote excellence in learning and teaching for healthcare professionals. The program aims to foster a culture of training by creating a network of dedicated educators committed to improving healthcare education. It is open to medical, dental, and other health professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of learning and teaching and apply educational theory to enhance future healthcare education.

The course is highly practical and strives to exemplify best practices in learning and teaching. It utilizes a variety of approaches to support and develop learners, emphasizing principles and application through interactive discussions and activities. A comprehensive series of face-to-face modules allows participants to engage in critical dialogues that deepen their understanding of educational theory and its application in clinical practice. Participants will have the opportunity to further their comprehension of module topics, apply new concepts and skills, and reflect on and share experiences and insights with colleagues. Many of the projects undertaken in the program can lead to practical innovations in the workplace and foster greater involvement in the broader medical education community.