PgCert Expedition and Marine Medicine
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
This new postgraduate level programme has been developed for medics and healthcare professionals with an interest in advancing their clinical and non-technical skills in the fields of expedition and marine medicine. Teaching on the programme places an emphasis on combining theoretical knowledge with situational, skills-based learning to build confidence and help develop effective leadership skills, when working in remote environments.
Key highlights
- Designed for medics and healthcare professionals in expedition and marine medicine
- Develops advanced clinical and non-technical skills for remote environments
- Combines theoretical knowledge with situational, skills-based learning
- Builds confidence and effective leadership skills for remote working
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant health care professional 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
- Expedition medic
- Expedition doctor
- Ship's doctor
- Offshore medic
- Remote area medical practitioner
- Expedition nurse
Cost of study
UK/Home: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Home £4,350 – £4,635* £4,480 – £4,770* International £6,800 £7,000 Part time (Home) £1,260 – £1,545 per 20 credits £1,300 – £1,590 per 20 credits * Exact fee will range between these figures depending on module choice. This 60 credit programme is made up of three 20 credit modules. Some EMM‑coded modules include mandatory residential activities, which incur additional costs beyond the standard module fee. | International: Student 2025-26 2026-27 Home £4,350 – £4,635* £4,480 – £4,770* International £6,800 £7,000 Part time (Home) £1,260 – £1,545 per 20 credits £1,300 – £1,590 per 20 credits * Exact fee will range between these figures depending on module choice.
This 60 credit programme is made up of three 20 credit modules. Some EMM‑coded modules include mandatory residential activities, which incur additional costs beyond the standard module fee.
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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