Medical Education

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  • University/Institute Name Cardiff University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration3 years
  • Position Funding Type PhD Studentship
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Position Details (PhD Program)

Particularly suitable for those who have already completed a Postgraduate course in Medical Education (or equivalent), this programme at Cardiff University is an excellent pathway to progress towards establishing a research portfolio in medical education.

The Medical Education Medical Education programme from  Cardiff University Cardiff University  is based on strong pedagogical research foundations, bringing together experienced doctors, nurses, psychologists, social scientists and educationalists.

Distinctive features

  • The Centre for Medical Education has a significant educational research profile. 
  • Academics and research staff from a variety of backgrounds contribute to our cross-disciplinary and wide-ranging educational research activities.

Research

  • Educational research is fundamental to improving medical and health-related professional practice, from medical school to postgraduate training, and continuing professional development. 
  • At the Centre for Medical Education (C4ME), Cardiff University is dedicated to contributing to the wider education community by sharing research findings and involving key stakeholders in our educational research. 
  • The research outputs and reputation are growing in both national and international importance.

Careers and opportunities

The PhD programme will equip students for a career in academic research/teaching, NHS clinical laboratories, and pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies.

Research areas include:

  • Assessment in medical education
  • Clinical communication
  • E-learning in medical education
  • Equality and diversity in medical education
  • Simulation and Human Machine Interaction in Medical Education.
  • Interprofessional education
  • Peer-assisted learning

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

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