E-learning postgraduate study with the Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University
Newcastle University has been offering postgraduate e-learning programmes since 2002 to help equip professionals within the NHS (and international equivalents), ancillary services and industry with comprehensive clinical knowledge.

To meet the growing demand for highly trained medical professionals, we have recently expanded our range of distance learning programmes to include:
- Clinical Research
- Clinical Research (Ageing)
- Oncology
- Oncology for the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Palliative Care
Benefits of e-learning
The e-learning programmes enable you to work at your own pace and balance studying with other commitments, while advancing your professional and academic career. Students pursuing e-learning programmes receive the same level of support and guidance as those based on campus, and are awarded exactly the same qualifications.
Benefits include:
- Study at any time and from anywhere in the world
- Flexibility and convenience
- Cost savings – e.g. accommodation, travel, day care
- Customised learning materials and practical examples
- Access to same resources as on-campus students, e.g. online library resources, IT support
- An opportunity to enhance your computer skills
For further information and testimonials you can download a detailed brochure online.
published on: 1st August 2013
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