This part-time Rheumatology MSc aims to develop students’ understanding of the scientific basis and clinical practice in Rheumatology. The programme develops the capacity to understand and critically evaluate research findings, enhances communication and management skills and fosters a multidisciplinary approach to rheumatological care. Students are encouraged to publish work in peer-reviewed rheumatology journals.
KEY BENEFITS
- Currently the only programme of its type available in South East England. It is one of only three MSc programmes in Rheumatology in the UK.
- The School of Medicine, is closely aligned with its major NHS partner Trusts: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT) and King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KCH) with the joint aims of excellence in patient-centered research and training tomorrow's doctors.
- Conveniently located at Guy's Hospital by London Bridge station and is readily accessible for London and the South East.
KEY FACTS
Programme leader/s
Dr Gabrielle Kingsley
Awarding institution
King's College London
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent)
UK 180/ECTS 90/PGD 120
Duration
Two years PT, October to July. The programme runs biennially.
Location
Guy's Campus.
Student destinations
The majority of students continue to work in the NHS during study and use the programme for career development in the NHS.
Year of entry 2013
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