Program Overview

The Master of Science in Diabetes Care at the University of Warwick offers a transformative learning experience with rich, engaging, and innovative content. Interactive videos, 2D & 3D animations, and medical imagery are integrated with competency-focused pedagogy. Benefit from weekly synchronous online tutorials, interactive discussions, reflective exercises, and exceptional program management support for high engagement and success rates.

Online

University of Warwick

January, May and September

24 months, 12 months, 6 months

• Evidence of proficiency in the English language

• Full employment in medical practice throughout the duration of the programme

• Medical or health-related science degree granted by a recognised institution

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£12000

Course Type

Master's degree, Diploma, and Certificate

Modules

Module 1

• The global epidemiology and burden of diabetes

• Diabetes diagnosis

• Screening for diabetes

• Prevention of diabetes and prediabetes

• Classification of diabetes

• Evidence Based Medicine

Module 2

• Patient Empowerment

• Psychology and Behavioural Change

• Structured Education Programmes

• Physical Activity

• Self-Monitoring and Sick Days

• Acute Complications

Module 3

• Rationale for Evidenced based treatment of diabetes

• Diabetes and Primary Care

• Drug treatments

• Using insulin and CSII

• Surgery to treat diabetes

• Diabetes in children and adolescents

Module 4

• Pathophysiology of microvascular complications of diabetes

• Diabetic retinopathy

• Diabetic nephropathy

• Diabetic neuropathy

• Foot care in diabetes

• Introduction to primary, secondary and tertiary complications

Module 5

• Pathophysiology of macrovascular complications

• Coronary artery disease (CAD)

• Cerebrovascular disease

• Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

• Treatment of hypertension and hyperlipidaemia

• Primary and secondary prevention of macrovascular complications

Module 6

• Diabetes and pregnancy (including Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)

• Diabetes in later life

• Sports and travel

• Ramadan and Hajj

• Mental health issues

• Organisation of Diabetes & Chronic Care Model Revisited

Module 7

• Taught component (Tutorials)

• Research proposal submission

• Research Project

Innovative world-class study experience

Discover the largest online diabetes course in the UK, the Postgraduate Diploma and MSc in Diabetes Care, accredited by the University of Warwick. Led by a network of global experts, this program integrates practical learning with case studies, offering a comprehensive understanding of diabetes management. Tailored for busy healthcare professionals, it follows international best practices and fosters a high-caliber learning environment, ensuring career excellence.

Who is the course aimed at?

The Master of Science in Diabetes Care at the University of Warwick is an online interprofessional education course designed to upskill doctors and the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Participants include doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dieticians, and other integrated care professionals, fostering collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.

Why the University of Warwick?

• Top 10 UK university

• 7th within the Russell Group ranking

• A global centre of academic excellence