University of Hertfordshire

Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine Clinical MD

University of Hertfordshire

Course overview

The Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) at the University of Hertfordshire is a 27-month full-time programme at the University of Hertfordshire, designed for international early-career medical practitioners. This programme enables students to undertake substantial individual research and develop clinical skills related to general internal medicine, providing recognition for specialisation in their home country.

The Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) program is divided into three core components: Research Dissertation, where students complete an individual research project on a novel medical or healthcare delivery topic. Secondly, Students will undertake a “Clinical Placement” at local NHS hospitals, and lastly, students will engage in “Clinical Units of Learning” across various general internal medicine topics.

Student will learn through a blend of the following ways; online pre-recorded sessions, discussions, webinars and self-study in support of all the clinical units of learning, study days in clinical skills including an introduction, pre-placement tutorials to facilitate the working practises in the NHS (e.g. cultural safety, human factors), a wide range of online research development programmes (e.g. statistics, communication and presentation skills, technical writing, resilience and assertiveness) and invitation to events, social gatherings and others. Additionally, all applicants can apply for full registration with sponsorship by the General Medical Council (GMC) after meeting additional entry requirements and fees, thereby increasing their qualifications.

Entry requirements

International applicants for the Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) at the University of Hertfordshire must present the following to be eligible:

  • Two-character reference letters from medical school or current consultants
  • Be available for an online video conferencing interview if successful at the online application review.
  • Also, Applicants should note that to be considered by the General Medical Council (GMC) for full registration with a licence to practise in the UK, you need to meet the GMC eligibility requirements. This includes evidence that you have carried out medical practice for three out of the last five years, including the most recent 12 months, and evidence of your knowledge of English.

Grade Requirements:

  • International applicants for the Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) at the University of Hertfordshire must present evidence of a completed undergraduate training from an internationally recognised medical school, and be fully registered with the medical council of the respective country

English Language Requirements:

  • International applicants for the Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) at the University of Hertfordshire are required to present an IELTS score of 7.5, with a minimum of 7 in each section, or an equivalent.

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Career opportunities

The following are possible job opportunities that graduates from the Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) from the University of Hertfordshire can take on upon graduation:

  • Specialist in General Internal Medicine
  • Consultant Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Academic
  • Healthcare Leader

Cost of study

International applicants for the Professional Doctorate in General Internal Medicine (Clinical MD) at the University of Hertfordshire are required to pay £25,000 per year to cover tuition costs.

Admission

International students can apply for this course directly through the university’s website or the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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