MSc Expedition and Marine Medicine (Diving Medicine)
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
This programme has been developed for medics and healthcare professionals with an interest in advancing their knowledge and clinical skills in the field of diving medicine. The programme has been developed with experts from the Diving Diseases Research Centre (DDRC) in Plymouth, to offer a unique learning experience. The course places an emphasis on combining theoretical knowledge with situational, skills-based learning to build confidence and help develop effective leadership skills.
Key highlights
- Developed with experts from the Diving Diseases Research Centre
- Advances knowledge and clinical skills in diving medicine
- Combines theoretical knowledge with situational, skills-based learning
- Builds confidence and effective leadership skills
- Designed for medics and healthcare professionals
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include health professions related subject; or above
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
£4,000 off tuition fees in year one
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Diving medicine physician
- Hyperbaric medicine doctor
- Expedition medic
- Marine medical officer
- Hyperbaric nurse
- Offshore medic
Cost of study
UK/Home: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Home £12,765 – £13,050* £13,150 – £13,440* International £20,400 £21,000 Part time (Home) £4,635** £4,770** * Exact fee will range between these figures depending on module choice. Some EMM‑coded modules include mandatory residential activities, which incur additional costs beyond the standard module fee. Estimated costs are available on request from the module team. | International: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Home £12,765 – £13,050* £13,150 – £13,440* International £20,400 £21,000 Part time (Home) £4,635** £4,770** * Exact fee will range between these figures depending on module choice.
Some EMM‑coded modules include mandatory residential activities, which incur additional costs beyond the standard module fee. Estimated costs are available on request from the module team.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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