Entry Requirements

UK applicants

Standard requirements

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Programme specific requirements

This course is limited to Qualified healthcare practitioners who have clinical responsibility for people with diabetes.

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

English language requirements

Selection Process

Personal statement and supporting information

You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Personal Statement Yes

A personal statement is required. You must answer the following two questions on the application form:

  1. Why are you applying for this specific programme, and how does it fit with your future plans? (max 250 words)
  2. How does your experience and education make you a suitable candidate for this programme? (max 250 words)
Previous Academic Study Yes A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
References Yes One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. In some cases, we may request an additional reference from you.
Other Optional Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application.

Application closing date guidance

We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed. We may need to request further information from you during the application process.

  • Our first application deadline is on 9 March 2026 (23:59 UK time)
  • The final application deadline is on 25 August 2026 (23:59 UK time).

After the first application deadline in March:

  • if the programme is not yet full, we will continue to accept applications until all available places are filled up to the final application deadlines above.
  • if the programme becomes full before the final application deadlines stated above, we will close the programme to further applications.

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours

Delivery mode:

Online

Study mode:

Part time / Distance Learning by eLearning / Blended learning

Duration:

Two years MSc, One year PG Cert

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026