Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Education (University of Wolverhampton)
Validated by University of Wolverhampton
"Our PgDip in Medical Education equips healthcare professionals with advanced teaching skills and leadership capabilities. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of educational theory and practice, enhancing your ability to deliver high-quality education in diverse healthcare settings." - Richard Chudleigh, Learna | Diploma MSc Programme Leader
"The University of Wolverhampton is proud to validate this Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Education, which stands out for its global perspective and flexible online delivery. Our collaboration ensures a rigorous, high-quality educational experience that meets the evolving needs of medical educators worldwide." - Ben Appleby, University of Wolverhampton Course Leader
Next intake: September 2025Key Facts
The PgDip in Medical Education programme offers a comprehensive exploration of educational practices in healthcare settings. You'll delve into key areas such as curriculum design, assessment strategies, leadership in medical education, and the effective use of media in teaching. This medical education diploma is designed to enhance your capabilities as an educator, equipping you with the skills to innovate and excel in various healthcare educational roles.
Our medical education programmes are meticulously designed to empower healthcare professionals across the West Midlands, with a particular focus on practitioners in the Black Country. We are committed to advancing medical education by providing professionals with cutting-edge knowledge and skills tailored to the unique needs of their communities. By fostering expertise within the Birmingham regional healthcare workforce, we aim to elevate patient care standards, drive innovation in medical practice, and cultivate leadership across essential healthcare services.
Our online diploma in medical education stands out for its truly global perspective, bringing together healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds worldwide. This online programme allows you to advance your education without interrupting your professional commitments, fostering a rich environment for international collaboration and peer-to-peer learning. By educating practitioners who remain active in their fields, we contribute to the ongoing enhancement of healthcare delivery and medical education on a global scale.
Faculty
Programme Leader
Dr Richard Chudleigh
Current post: Consultant Physician Diabetologist and Endocrinologist Singleton Hospital, Swansea
Dr Chudleigh’s main areas of interest are Type 1 diabetes, pregnancy, insulin pump therapy, and nephropathy. He...
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University of Wolverhampton
The University of Wolverhampton, founded in 1827, is a nationally recognised and internationally respected institution. The University has achieved four stars in the QS international ratings and boasts a 96% graduate employability rate (DLHE 2018). Offering over 500 courses, including 250 undergraduate and 120 postgraduate programmes, many are accredited by professional bodies. With a 190-year history, its research is world-leading, with more than half rated internationally excellent or world-leading in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
Frequently Asked Questions
For a full list of our FAQs visit our FAQs page.
As each Medical Council has their own rules/regulations with regard to Postgraduate study we recommend that you contact your local Medical Council with regard to recognition.
Upon completion of the course the University would invite you to a graduation ceremony and provide your certificate which makes no reference to the fact that the course was studied online and is therefore typically recognised the same as any other UK University qualification.
Rest assured, the overall Postgraduate Diploma carries a total of 1,200 CPD points, with the MSc an additional 600 CPD points, and all official certifications are issued directly by the University.
When you study one of our programmes you may be surprised to find that there are no lectures or seminars. Your learning will be self-directed meaning that rather than being told information you find it for yourself (with tutor guidance and support). We do this via a series of clinically rich scenarios which your tutor will post on our academic forum which you and your classmates will research, respond to and discuss.
You will be assessed through the Academic Forum, Reflective Journal and Assignments. Learning will be carried out using our online learning platform: Moodle.
You can study whenever and wherever you want - our programmes are totally flexible to fit around your other work and life commitments.
The course is specifically designed so that part of your study is the application of theory to practice in your day job.
We typically suggest that students aim to log into the Moodle platform daily. We recommend a "little and often" approach for reading, reflection and/or posting. High achieving students will typically spend 1-2 hours dedicated to their studies a day; 10 hours per week is sufficient time to spend on the platform.
Those who cannot dedicate more time than once/twice per week may struggle with the demands of this postgraduate programme.
Yes, everything is done entirely online through our learning platform, Moodle. You do not need to attend the University.
Postgraduate Diploma courses
In order to be eligible for our Postgraduate Diploma courses you need to hold a medical degree or undergraduate degree in a health related science and be working within the field that you wish to study, as the course is designed to further your knowledge within your chosen subject and is not designed to introduce these as new topic areas.
We have two intakes a year in March and September. Click the following link for the up to date application deadlines and module dates: Module Dates.
We currently offer two discounts: the Early Bird Discount and the Action Taker Discount. The Early Bird discount allows you to save up to £500 or more, available only to self-funders and is a limited-time offer that runs for the entirety of November for the March cohort or the entirety of May for the September cohort. Our Action Taker Discount allows you to save up to £150 off for PGCert and £250 off for PGDip/2-year MSc programmes. To qualify for Action Takers, you must pay the deposit within 7 days of acceptance. This discount is not available during February and August and not available in combination with the Early Bird Discount.
For Early Bird Discounts, the discount is visible if your application and acceptance are completed within the required timeframe. For Action Taker Discounts, it will reflect once conditions are met.
Next intake: September 2025 Key Facts
Programme Leader
Dr Richard Chudleigh
Current post: Consultant Physician Diabetologist and Endocrinologist Singleton Hospital, Swansea
Dr Chudleigh’s main areas of interest are Type 1 diabetes, pregnancy, insulin pump therapy, and nephropathy. He is involved in Phase 3 clinical trials at Swansea University and also has a teaching role within the college of medicine for medical undergraduate students.
He holds an honorary senior lecturer post at Cardiff University as director for the online diploma in diabetes. He also holds an honorary contract with Swansea University and is a module lead for diabetes on the graduate entry medical degree at Swansea University.
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Who is this course for?
This postgraduate diploma in medical education is specifically designed for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their expertise in medical education. It caters to a diverse range of roles, including:
GPs (General Practitioners)
This programme provides GPs with advanced teaching methodologies and leadership skills, enabling GPs to enhance their role in medical education, improve learner assessments, and optimise educational outcomes in primary care settings.
Nurses
This diploma equips nurses with a deeper understanding of curriculum development, educational theory, and assessment techniques, enabling nurses to create more structured and effective training programmes for both peers and patients.
Clinical Educators and Trainers
This programme provides clinical educators with the latest tools and techniques in education, including the use of educational technology, allowing them to design impactful, engaging learning experiences for healthcare professionals.
Physician Associates (PAs)
As PAs become increasingly integral to healthcare teams, their involvement in training the next generation of PAs and other healthcare professionals grows. This diploma helps PAs enhance their teaching and assessment skills, allowing them to contribute effectively to the education of new clinicians and support staff.
Pharmacists
This programme provides pharmacists with enhanced skills in educational theory and practice, enabling them to design, deliver, and assess more effective educational interventions for both healthcare professionals and patients.
Physiotherapists
Physiotherapists often take on teaching responsibilities, whether training junior staff or educating patients about rehabilitation practices. This diploma gives them the ability to structure and deliver educational content more effectively, ensuring that training and patient education efforts are evidence-based and impactful.
Dietitians
Through this programme, dietitians gain advanced skills in creating educational materials and programmes, enhancing their ability to deliver effective, structured training sessions that improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
How Will I Learn?
You'll learn through our flexible, interactive online platform, which allows you to engage with clinical cases, complete assignments, and collaborate with fellow students at times that suit your schedule. There's no fixed timetable—simply log in daily to participate in the week's activities.
Learn through engaging discussion
Our teaching approach is highly interactive, using small groups of 10-20 students to foster a collaborative environment where you can engage in thoughtful discussions and receive guidance from your tutor. You'll have access to learning resources and discussion forums that encourage ongoing interaction and deeper engagement with the material.
Throughout your studies, you'll receive support from a dedicated expert tutor and our Student Support Team, ensuring you have the resources needed to navigate the course successfully.
Curriculum
Our online medical education diploma allows you to study for just one calendar year and is a part-time, distance-learning course. The course is worth 120 credits and comprises six modules of 20 credits, each running over a period of six weeks.Module Aims
To develop a critical understanding of the context of medical education in the broader profession of education which puts focus on patient care.
Module Content
- Learning and teaching theories
- Learning and teaching methods
- Lesson planning
- Practical skills for teaching online learning: Individuals, small, and large groups
- Practical skills for teaching online learning
- Current topics and controversies
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse and apply teaching methods and theories for effective learning.
- Critically evaluate the significance of medical education with a focus on patient care.
Module Aims
To develop an in-depth understanding of the principles of assessment in medical education.
Module Content
- Performance/Testing
- Formative assessment
- Summative assessment
- Constructing an assessment (case study)
- Supervision and feedback (appraisal)
- Current topics/controversies
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse various assessment methodologies in medical education.
- Implement formative and summative assessment strategies in the context of medical education.
Module Aims
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the different types of evaluation.
Module Content
- Regulatory context of Medical Education
- Moore’s levels
- Programme evaluation
- Case Studies
- Current topics and controversies
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate and synthesise various models of evaluation in medical education.
- Design and implement evaluation methods to enhance educational practices and improve patient care.
Module Aims
Develop an in-depth understanding of how to incorporate a variety of digital programmes into medical education.
Module Content
- Educational media and technology (media in the context of lesson planning)
- Presentation skills
- Simulation (Augmented Reality/virtual Reality)
- Big data, big “clinical” data
- Emerging technologies: Ubiquitous web Internet of Things, mobile, digital ecology.
Learning Outcomes
- Justify and critically appraise the role of media in medical education.
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies in the field of medical education.
Module Aims
To develop an in-depth understanding of the importance of effective leadership to help improve patient care.
Module Content
- Leadership
- Monitoring the performance of healthcare professionals
- Academy of Medical Educators (AoME) domains
- Policy and strategy including interprofessional learning and compliance with the disability and dyslexia act.
- Ethics
- Scholarship
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of professional standards for medical educators.
- Critically assess the role and impact of leadership in medical education.
Module Aims
To develop the skills and knowledge to plan a curriculum as a medical educator.
Module Content
- Curriculum planning and application
- Programmes of learning (theories, curricular design, QA, assessment methods, evaluation)
- Service user involvement
Learning Outcomes
- Take responsibility for planning and developing a comprehensive course curriculum.
- Critically evaluate medical education curricula from multiple perspectives.
Assessment Methods
This programme emphasises learning through active participation in case-based discussions, reflection, and real-life scenarios. Students engage with clinical cases that mirror everyday practice, fostering problem-solving and evidence-based application from the very beginning.
Across the modules, assessments are integrated with learning. Each week, you will work through two to three clinical cases, discussing and reflecting on them with peers under the guidance of an expert tutor. These discussions form the core of your learning and are also the basis for your assessments.
Our innovative teaching methods are designed to help you translate this learning into real-world clinical practice. You'll need to regularly log in to participate in discussions, ideally on a daily basis, and commit approximately two hours per day to your studies. Our dedicated Student Support Team is available to assist with any challenges you may encounter, from navigating our online platform to managing deadlines.
How Foundational Knowledge is Developed
The programme is structured so that foundational knowledge is introduced through carefully designed clinical cases. Each case is crafted to highlight essential concepts and progressively deepen your understanding as you apply critical thinking and evidence-based analysis. This hands-on approach ensures that you are not only acquiring theoretical knowledge but also learning how to apply it in a practical, clinical setting.
This programme is suited for professionals who thrive in an online, discussion-based learning environment. Please note that this course focuses on interactive, applied learning through peer collaboration and case discussions. You will be fully supported, encouraged and led through the programme to success and graduation!
- Every week students are presented with two/three clinical case-based scenarios that are reflective of every day clinical practice and research.
- Tutors will post a number of questions and prompts to aid students in a formal discussion of each case.
- These discussions are facilitated throughout by your tutor and are then assessed at the end of every module.
The reflective journal is used by students throughout each module to monitor personal progress. This is guided by weekly feedback from your tutor and is graded at the end of every module. The journal typically includes the following:
- Initial expectations and reasons for taking the course.
- Module and/or personal learning objectives.
- Description of events, issues and learning points within current personal practice.
- Change in every day practice due to knowledge gained on each module.
- A description of what has been learned during the module.
For this assessment, students will work on a group assignment and/or an individual assignment.
- Group assignments are designed to hone skills in the multidisciplinary, holistic approach to modern treatments and patient management by requiring group participation in a single piece of work.
- Individual assignments are designed to hone skills in academic career progression through such tasks as reviewing papers, developing scientific posters or abstracts, peer-reviewing, social media activities, patient information leaflets and essays.
- Students are provided with case-based problems in the form of a one-hour timed examination.
- The exam consists of 30 'Single Best Answer' questions.
- Students are required to complete the exam online within the set time.
Entry requirements
Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis, but typically, applicants for the programme will:
- Possess an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject awarded by a UK university or overseas equivalent.
- Provide evidence in the personal statement as to how they can apply learning to a practical setting and reflect on practice.
- Basic IT skills (e.g. word processing, email and internet).
- If English is not the student’s first language they must hold an English language qualification.
English requirements:
- IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 or above.
- GMC / NMC (Nursing Midwifery Council) / GPhC / HCPC registered – with a licence to practise.
- Proof of study at a UK, USA, Australian, New Zealand or Canadian University or membership to a medical body from one of these countries.
Course Fees
- Deposit for September 2025: £450 †
- Total Course Fees for UK & International Students for September 2025: £5,360 ††
Payment Options
- Option 1: Upfront Payment in full. Pay-in-full discount is available.
- Option 2: Apply for Interest-free payments each month for the duration of the course.
Payment Plan Breakdown
| Deposit | 10 Monthly Payments | Final Payment |
| £450 † | £446 | £450 |
Total payments: £5,360
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† Deposits are non-refundable
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