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Single Module study

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Single Module Study

Flexible, modular learning

Our extensive range of postgraduate taught modules cover clinical, professional and research subjects in-depth. Our modular course structure allows flexible study options for part-time learning. Many modules can be studied as stand-alone units or as part of a multi-year programme of part-time study leading to a postgraduate qualification.  

Alternatively, many of our modules can be taken for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes alone (without assessment); see our CPD page for more information.

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Single module study

BSMS offers a wide range of subjects. Many individual postgraduate taught modules are suitable for study on a stand-alone basis. The majority of modules are run intensively over a five day period and are delivered at the University of Brighton Falmer campus or at nearby NHS centres.

Most modules involve approximately 35 hours of face-to-face teaching accompanied by 165 hours of independent learning. Teaching is usually an intensive 5-day block over one week, though some modules are taught over several weeks. 

Most modules can be taken either informally for Continuing Professional Development only, or with the option to complete a formal assessment and gain Masters level credits. (It may be possible to use these credits on a postgraduate course at a later date).

Please click on the modules below for a full module description. (It is advisable to apply early as modules become fully subscribed. Please be aware that applications received within one week of the start date of modules will only be considered in exceptional circumstances). All applications are subject to approval by the Module Leader.

Single Module applications for 2024/25 should be submitted at least three weeks before the module start date (unless otherwise stipulated). It is advisable to apply early, as modules places are on a first-come, first-served basis’ If you have any questions, please contact dme@bsms.ac.uk. Some modules offer a choice of dates.

Single module applications for 2024/25 are open.

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For more information on fees and funding, please view our fees and funding page.

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Take a look at the 2024/25 module timetable below.

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Clinical modules

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Healthcare professional modules

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Research modules

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Build towards an academic qualification

Each module listed below is worth 20 level 7 credits. Modules can be taken individually or can build towards an academic qualification if desired; the number of credits required for each qualification is shown in the table below.

Where relevant, candidates may gain credits via recognition of prior learning (RPL) for study at another academic institution. Qualification awards require completion of mandatory modules (these vary by qualification); in many instances these are combined with your choice of optional module(s) to achieve the credits required for the award.

Credit breakdown
QualificationLevel 7 credits Equivalent number of modules  Maximum study period  
Single module 20  1 year 
PGCert 60  3 years 
PGDip  120  4 years 
MSc  180  6 + 60 credit dissertation  5 years 


For more information about any of our modules, or for advice about single module registration and part-time study towards a qualification, contact dme@bsms.ac.uk.