Critical Care PGCert
Bangor UniversityBangor, United Kingdom
Course overview
This programme is made up of 3 modules; Fundamental Critical Care (20 credits) Advanced Critical Care (20 credits) Work Based Learning module (20 credits). This Part-time programme is designed to facilitate and guide the students effectively and safely in caring for those individuals with critical care needs. The major focus is on the provision of care in a holistic manner and will build on existing knowledge and skills to establish knowledgeable practitioners involved in the care of acutely/critically ill patients.
Module one is designed for any practitioner working in an acute area and module two is for practitioners working specifically in critical care environments. Research Opportunities The academics involved with this PGCert have extensive links with external bodies, companies and the 3 rd sector, which are fully utilised in ensuring that the modules are relevant to the modern work and research environment graduates will enter. They are also all experienced Nurse practioners who still have active links to the local NHS trust ensuring that modern clinical practice is embedded within the programme.
Key highlights
- Three 20-credit modules: Fundamental Critical Care, Advanced Critical Care, Work Based Learning
- Holistic approach to caring for acutely and critically ill patients
- Builds on existing knowledge and skills of practising clinicians
- Taught by experienced nurse practitioners with active local NHS trust links
- Strong links with external bodies, companies and the third sector
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS: 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
Scholarships
Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research
20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 20% of feesHeads of School Scholarship
10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 10% of feesInclusive Bangor Scholarships
Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.
Refugee Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships
50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Critical Care Nurse
- Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurse
- Senior Staff Nurse (Critical Care)
- Critical Care Outreach Nurse
- Acute Care Practitioner
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,500 per year
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 Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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