MSc Critical Care

Charterhouse Square

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The MSc in Critical Care program at Queen Mary University provides a comprehensive and specialized curriculum that prepares healthcare professionals for the unique challenges of critical care environments. 

  1. Clinical Expertise: The program offers advanced clinical training, enabling healthcare professionals to develop specialized skills in the management and treatment of critically ill patients.

  2. Interdisciplinary Approach: Students engage with an interdisciplinary curriculum that draws from fields such as medicine, nursing, pharmacology, and physiology, fostering a holistic understanding of critical care.

  3. Advanced Medical Knowledge: The curriculum covers a range of medical topics specific to critical care, including respiratory support, hemodynamic monitoring, sepsis management, and organ dysfunction.

  4. Practical Skills: Students gain hands-on experience through simulation exercises and practical training, enhancing their ability to respond effectively in high-pressure critical care scenarios.

  5. Patient-Centered Care: The program emphasizes patient-centered care and effective communication strategies, ensuring that graduates can provide compassionate and informed care to patients and their families.

  6. Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Students develop skills in critical appraisal and evidence-based practice, enabling them to integrate the latest research findings into their clinical decision-making.

  7. Ethical and Legal Considerations: The curriculum addresses ethical dilemmas and legal considerations within critical care, guiding students in navigating complex issues with integrity.

  8. Leadership and Management: Graduates are equipped with leadership and management skills, empowering them to take on supervisory roles within critical care units and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

  9. Innovations in Critical Care: Students explore emerging technologies, treatments, and interventions in critical care, staying at the forefront of advancements in the field.

  10. Dissertation Project: The program culminates in a dissertation project, allowing students to engage in independent research on a critical care topic of their choice under the guidance of experienced faculty.

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Location

Charterhouse Square

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 31950

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 92, with at least with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 71 with 65 in Writing, and 59 in Reading, Listening and Speaking..
  • Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Queen Mary University of London offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to its students. 

  1. Queen Mary International Excellence Scholarships: A scholarship program for international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for one year of study.
  2. Queen Mary Law Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate law students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.
  3. Queen Mary Engineering and Materials Science Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying engineering or materials science who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.

Graduates of the MSc in Critical Care program from Queen Mary University are prepared to excel in a variety of critical care settings and assume roles of increased responsibility. 

  1. Critical Care Nurse: Graduates can work as registered nurses specializing in critical care, providing advanced nursing care to critically ill patients in intensive care units.

  2. Intensivist: Graduates can become intensivists, leading medical teams in the management of critically ill patients, making critical decisions, and overseeing their treatment plans.

  3. Clinical Nurse Specialist: Graduates may pursue roles as clinical nurse specialists, providing expert guidance and support to nursing staff in critical care units.

  4. Respiratory Therapist: Graduates can work as respiratory therapists, specializing in respiratory support and airway management for critically ill patients.

  5. Medical Doctor (MD): Graduates with a medical background can continue their training and become critical care physicians, leading multidisciplinary teams in intensive care units.

  6. Clinical Educator: Graduates can transition into roles as clinical educators, training and mentoring healthcare professionals in critical care best practices.

  7. Quality Improvement Coordinator: Graduates may contribute to quality improvement initiatives within critical care units, optimizing patient outcomes and safety.

  8. Researcher: Graduates inclined towards research can engage in studies that advance the understanding and practice of critical care, contributing to improved patient care.

  9. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can offer consultancy services to healthcare organizations, advising on critical care policies, protocols, and best practices.

  10. Academic Career: Graduates may pursue teaching and research positions within academic institutions, training future generations of critical care professionals.


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