Wound Healing and Tissue Repair (MSc/Diploma) – (M.Sc.)

The MSc in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair is an inter-disciplinary, part-time, distance learning programme designed in a modular format. By the end of the course the student will have achieved the following Learning Outcomes and be able to:

* critically examine current practices and evaluate traditional methods of management of wounds
* demonstrate a knowledge of controversial and contentious issues related to wound healing and tissue repair
* illustrate an understanding of modern key concepts of wound healing by applying them to challenges within their own environment
* display mastery of a complex and specialist area of practice
* appreciate the benefit of inter-professional teamwork through learning alongside others from different professions
* demonstrate independence of thought and contribute via their own research to the development of knowledge and evidence base of their profession
* build upon their own life-long learning needs

Study blocks will consist of: introduction to e-learning on the Internet and using your individual home page; introduction to study skills, library resources and tutorial support; introduction to course work and assignment briefs; lead lectures – introduction to module content and theory; group interactive sessions - via workshop, discussions, case presentation; private and group tutorials; course committee meetings - providing an ongoing evaluation of course.

Between study blocks, students are supported by online personal and group tutorials in chat room sessions, and personal tutorials by email or telephone. In addition, there are dedicated Distance Learning Library Support staff to ensure students are able to access necessary databases and full-text journals. The online information and resources are constantly updated for students to access through a Virtual Learning Environment.

Special features:

* Unique course - first conceived as a Postgraduate Diploma in 1996 and extended to a Master of Science (MSc) in 1999
* The course has attracted healthcare professionals from the field of nursing, medicine, pharmacy, podiatry and the pharmaceutical industry, and offers the opportunity to study at a distance alongside an international group of professionals from countries such as Ireland, Holland, Italy, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and New Zealand
* On-line submission of both assignments and course evaluations, together with access to individual marks enabling students to track their progress
* Hyperlinked reading lists to facilitate easy access to resource material.
* Private and Group tutorials in the form of chat room sessions are arranged to encourage both lecturer and peer support and to suit students in different time zones
* Self-assessment tests from the course material, are also linked to Discussion Forum groups in order to facilitate sharing of information and further facilitate peer support.
* HE Level 6 Tissue Viability modules are also available. These are provided on a sessional / standalone basis and do not form part of the MSc programme.