Health Simulation MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Study level: Postgraduate
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Learn how to create and use health simulations for clinical training, education, and research. This course is for healthcare and medical professionals or simulation enthusiasts.

Year of entry

2024-25

Location

100% online study

Study mode

Part-time

Duration

3 years part-time

Course code

HLST271

Start date

September 2024


Course overview

Health simulation is a vital and growing field for health education and training. Technology offers new ways of learning that were unimaginable before.

  • The opportunity to become a leader in creating and using health simulations.
  • Develop virtual and technology-enhanced healthcare content for various learning settings.
  • Explore the latest technologies and theories in health simulation as a learning tool.
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Why you should study this course

  • Course is taught 100% online using innovative teaching methods.
  • Online access to virtual simulation spaces at Coventry University’s purpose-built, state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building4.
  • Technology-enhanced learning design and utilisation, which may include domain building and the creation of virtual learning environments.
  • Course and project-level support for digital literacy and learning technology.
  • Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and remote teaching2.

Accreditation and professional recognition

This course is accredited1 and recognised by the following bodies:

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Chartered Management Institute

Upon successful completion of the Leading Strategic Change through Creativity and Innovation module, and attainment of the CMI learning outcomes you will gain a Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice and will be awarded Foundation Chartered Manager status, which will enable the use of the designation ‘fCMgr’ after your name.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) for the 2023/24 intake.



What you'll study

This course is designed to provide you with an opportunity to enhance your understanding of current and emerging technologies and theories in the field of health simulation as a learning tool. You will explore what it is now possible to achieve through simulation in health education, what is likely to be possible in the near future and discuss the ethical questions that need to be addressed when utilising health simulation as a learning tool.

Courses

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.


How you'll learn

This course is delivered wholly online, and as such will use a variety of up-to-date and innovative teaching methods, including online access to virtual simulation spaces as well as digital experience platforms, such as Aula, to create learning environments. The Engageli Platform, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and other video conferencing software may be used to help maintain engagement in online and distance delivery.

Teaching contact hours

As this course is wholly taken online, all contact will be digital using innovative teaching methods.

The number of contact hours may vary from semester to semester, however, on average, it is likely to be around two contact hours per week, per module.

Additionally, you will be expected to undertake significant self-directed study of approximately 5-10 hours each week, depending on the demands of individual modules.

The contact hours may be made up of a combination of face-to-face teaching, individual and group tutorials, and online classes and tutorials.

As an innovative and enterprising institution, the University may seek to utilise emerging technologies within the student experience. For all courses (whether on-campus, blended, or distance learning), the University may deliver certain contact hours and assessments via online technologies and methods.

Since COVID-19, we have delivered our courses in a variety of forms, in line with public authority guidance, decisions, or orders and we will continue to adapt our delivery as appropriate. Whether on campus or online, our key priority is staff and student safety.


Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

  • Essays
  • Reports
  • A portfolio
  • Creation of a digital healthcare simulation learning resource
  • Creation and presentation of an academic poster
  • Dissertation or project report.

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.


International experience opportunities

It is hoped that this course will draw students from different backgrounds, cultures and experiences. You will have an opportunity to share your background with others on your course and will be encouraged to learn from your fellow students. This is complemented by the international experience of the current course team, who have taught and led in simulation centres around the world, present at global conferences and who are part of international networks (staff may be subject to change).

Due to these key globalisation cornerstones, the curricula of the courses reflect contemporary international and global developments in health simulation. Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is the term that Coventry University uses to refer to ‘virtual mobility’ experiences. These are included within the curriculum and provide you with an opportunity to interact with international universities and industry professionals without leaving your current location. You may also have the opportunity to use COIL to develop intercultural competencies and digital skills, while working with others on subject-specific learning tasks or activities2.


Entry requirements

Typical offer for 2024/25 entry

You should hold a health or social care (or relevant) undergraduate degree. Other degree-level qualifications may be considered with relevant work-based experiential learning experience, which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis as part of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Coventry University process.

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:


You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

Typical entry requirements

You should hold a health or social care (or relevant) undergraduate degree. Other degree-level qualifications may be considered with relevant work experience, which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis as part of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Coventry University.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: 7.0 overall, with no component lower than 6.5

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.


Fees and funding

2024/25 tuition fees.

Student Full-time Part-time
UK Not available £11,200 total cost
International Not available £18,600 total cost

For advice and guidance on tuition fees3 and student loans visit our Postgraduate Finance page.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them.

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

**EU Support Bursary

Following the UK's exit from the European Union, we are offering financial support to all eligible EU students who wish to study an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree with us full-time. This bursary will be used to offset the cost of your tuition fees to bring them in line with that of UK students. Students studying a degree with a foundation year with us are not eligible for the bursary.


Careers and opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, you should:

  • Have enhanced your understanding of current and emerging technologies and theories in the field of health simulation as a learning tool and apply them to your area of expertise
  • Have explored what it is now possible to achieve through simulation in health education
  • Be aware as to future developments to consider when designing your simulation programme/implementation allowing you to be future-focused and ready for what is coming to remain relevant. Allowing for more informed decision-making as to what technology or kit to invest in for your area.

The course is designed for people who are currently working in, or would like to develop a career in health simulation. This is an exciting and constantly evolving field with demand from the public and private sectors for people with expertise in this area.

Graduate Immigration Route visa

Based on current information from the UK Government, international students whose study extends beyond summer 2021 may be eligible for a visa under the UK Government’s Graduate Immigration Route, which will enable students to stay and work, or look for work, in the UK at any skill level for up to two (2) years. Check the most up to date guidance available to check your eligibility and any updates from the UK Government before making an application or enrolment decision.


How to apply

To apply to study for a postgraduate course at Coventry University, you can apply online.


For further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

Full-time international students should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for postgraduate degree view our International hub.

You can also download our International guide which contains lots of useful information about our courses, accommodation and tips for travel.


Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.