Year 1
In your first year you will complete:
- A work-based induction, work-based mandatory training, work-based core modules and a series of rotational work-based placements.
- A set of broad introductory MSc modules at your university, covering topics across your healthcare science theme – either life sciences, physiological sciences, physical sciences or bioinformatics.
You will have a set of MSc examinations in the May-June period of your first year and you will also need to start thinking about ideas for your research project.
Year 2
In your second year, your learning and training will focus on your chosen specialty.
- At your university you will study a series of specialty modules; you will you will start your research project and you will sit a set of MSc examinations in the May – June period.
- In the workplace your training will focus on your chosen specialty and the work-based requirements of your specialty modules.
- Mid-way through your second year you will be required to engage with and receive a successful outcome from your MRP.
Year 3
- At your university, you will finish your specialty modules and your research project and you will complete your final MSc examinations in the May – June period.
- In the workplace, you will complete the work-based requirements of your specialty modules and undertake Individual Professional Development.
- Your third year is when you take your final exit assessment.
- By the September of your third year you will be required to complete 100% of the competencies and assessments that are required across your work-based modules. Your evidence for these assessments is submitted and assessed inside your e-portfolio.