European University Cyprus
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Medical Education

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Department
Distance Education Unit
Additional Information

The MSc in Medical Education at EUC prepares students to develop teaching and research skills in order to train health care professionals of the future. Students are equipped with knowledge and skills in teaching, learning and assessment for undergraduate and post-graduate students in healthcare and medical education, both in the conventional and virtual learning environments. The program can be completed with taught coursework only or with coursework and a master’s thesis.

Online delivery of the program allows working professionals (GPs, doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers including pharmacy and physical therapy students) the opportunity to upgrade their qualifications. Graduates are able to advance their careers in medical education at universities and other institutions.

Program

Semester 1

  • Medical Education Theories to Practice (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS
  • Research Methodology in Medical Education (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS
  • Learning in Medicine: Infrastructure and Technologies (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS

Semester 2

  • Principles of Assessment and Assessment in the Healthcare Setting (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS
  • Advanced Clinical Education (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS
  • Curriculum design and evaluation in Medicine (Compulsory) - 10 ECTS

Semester 3

Students select MDE670 Master Thesis

  • Master Thesis - 30 ECTS

OR

The three (3) following Elective Courses:

  • Leadership in Healthcare and Medical Education - 10 ECTS
  • Cultural Competence in Medical Education - 10 ECTS
  • Management in Medical Education and Higher Education Settings - 10 ECTS