Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
Key facts
MSc, PGDip, PGCert
Part-time: 3 years
Eligible applicants: Open to UK applicants only (and EU applicants who are appointed to a post within Health Education England Kent, Surrey and Sussex
Location: Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath and the University of Brighton, Falmer campus
Email: Anaesthesia@bsms.ac.uk
This course is validated by the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex.
We are not recruiting for this course in 2024/25.
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Course overview
The Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine course is based on areas of clinical practice and professional skills that are relevant to all anaesthetic trainees.
Face-to-face tuition will be provided in cutting-edge aspects of patient care using an evidence based approach to provide knowledge of clinical practice which extends beyond the scope of the training programme and represents many of the most important areas of development for clinical anaesthesia. The course also includes modules which enable students to gain an in-depth understanding of the professional skills essential for a successful career in the NHS.
Course structure
How is the course assessed?
Modules are assessed by 3,000 word written assignments which are centred on case studies or a relevant topic agreed between the student and the module leader.
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Modules
PGCert
- Assessment and Optimisation (20 credits)
- High Risk Anaesthesia (20 credits)
- Research Methods and Critical Appraisal (20 credits)
PGDip
PLUS
- Emergency Care (20 credits)
- Leadership and Change Management in Clinical services (20 credits)
- Communication, Learning and Teaching in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
MSc
PLUS
- Dissertation (60 credits)
Career opportunities
This course is intended to provide anaesthetists with the clinical and professional skills they need to achieve high levels of success in consultant practice.
Students will be able to develop the skills to become the high-achieving consultants and clinical leaders of the future. Tuition is provided in both clinical practice and key professional skills including leadership, service development, research and an appreciation of evidence-based practice.
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Why BSMS?
Our courses bring together a vibrant mix of professionals from a variety of health and social care backgrounds, ensuring that content is up to date and appropriate. As a result, students gain valuable insights into other disciplines, leading to stronger team working – and, ultimately, to better patient care.
All our clinical courses include professional modules as standard, ensuring that students develop the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of a changing health and social care sector. We tailor our courses to reflect the current changes taking place within the wider healthcare environment, including the NHS, local authorities and independent or third sector providers delivering or planning services.
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“After completing the FRCA, I wanted to enhance my knowledge and understanding of clinical anaesthesia and particularly the developing area of perioperative medicine so that I could improve the care I provide to patients. The taught modules were really well supported and gave me the confidence to complete the dissertation.”
Clare Ivermee, MSc Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine graduate
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a medical degree plus a minimum of two years’ UK NHS experience in anaesthesia. Applicants are normally expected to be in clinical practice throughout the course.
This course is only open to UK applicants only (and EU applicants who are appointed to a post within HEESE).
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Fees and funding
We are not taking new student intake in 2024/25 so please do not apply at this time.
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We are not taking new student intake in 2024/25 so please do not apply at this time.