Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences PGCertHealSc
UC's Health Sciences qualifications give health professionals, non-clinical members of the health workforce and others interested in the health sector or health issues the opportunity to examine critically a range of significant issues in health sciences, and where relevant to improve their professional practice. Many graduates continue to work within their health profession while others work in health-related fields, the social services, or local or central government.
Entry requirements
Candidates must have completed a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent health qualification.
Each candidate is subject to the approval of the Dean of Education. Prior qualifications and experience of the candidate will be taken into account in approving the course of study.
Courses
The course of study for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences shall comprise courses equivalent to 0.50 EFTS (60 points).
The courses for the PGCertHealSc are the HLTH coded courses listed under the PGDipHealSc, and CFPY 601, CFPY 602, CFPY 603 and CFPY 604, or equivalent.
Note: Not all courses will be offered in any one year.
Duration
One to two years full-time or part-time.
More information
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (University Regulations website).
For course advice contact the Heath Sciences Centre.