RCSEd HI FAQ's Answered
What are the fees?
The fees are payable online on a per module basis in advance and are subject to an annual inflationary increase each January. Students would normally expect to take four modules per year. Certificate students will take 6 modules to complete their studies and Diploma students 12.
Fees for 2012
- Module fee £500
- CPD fee £500
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What payment options are available?
All modules with the exception of the induction module are payable by credit / debit cards, online, in full and in advance of each module launch. Students are sent a link to make payments to thier account.
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Is scholarship funding available?
Currently there is no scholarship funding available from The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh for this programme.
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What are the entry requirements?
Students will be expected to hold a good first degree in a relevant subject or an appropriate professional qualification together with appropriate and relevant work experience.
All applicants will be required to demonstrate that they have appropriate access to a professional environment which will allow suitable opportunities for reflective experiential learning.
Those applicants whose first language is not English, must be able to demonstrate a satisfactory level of both spoken and written English.
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How do I apply?
You can apply online now at the following link:
Online Application Form>>
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When do I need to apply?
Students can apply at any time and will be able to take the induction module immediately in readiness for the next available run of module 1 which is normally available each March and September.
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When can I start?
The next Programme start date will be 10 September 2012. Students will have access to an induction module at no extra cost prior to this date.
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Is there a residential component?
Students studying for the Certificate and Diploma are required to attend a residential school in Edinburgh during the course of their studies which will normally be held each October. There is no fee for the residential school, but travel and accommodation costs are self-funded.
The next residential will be held 1 and 2 November 2012.
The residential school is an important part of the programme as it gives you the opportunity to meet your colleagues and tutors face to face and to undertake educational activities that can't easily be replicated in an online environment. Previous students have found them to be very valuable.
Depending on what level you wish to study the residential is compulsory. If you wish to study to Diploma level you will need to attend a residential at some point during your studies, if you wish to study to certificate level we do strongly advise students to attend the residential but if you have mitigating circumstances that would prevent you from doing so the programme director would assess this on a case by case basis.
Important Note: Overseas students requiring a visa are strongly advised to apply for this well in advance to avoid disappointment.
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When will the residentials be held?
The next residential will be held 1 and 2 November 2012.
The residential schools are an important part of the programme as they give you the opportunity to meet your colleagues and tutors face to face and to undertake educational activities that can't easily be replicated in the eLearning environment. Past students have found them to be very valuable.
Important Note: Overseas students requiring a visa are strongly advised to apply for this well in advance to avoid disappointment.
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What qualification will I get?
This depends on the level of qualification you wish to attain. The programme has been designed to be as flexible as possible with staricasing from and exit points at CPD, Certificate and Diploma level.
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How long will it take?
It will depend on which option you decide to study:
- CPD modules will take approximately 3 months
- Certificate will take a minimum of 18 months and a maximum of 5 years to complete
- Diploma will take a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years to complete
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What time commitment do I need to make?
Modules are equivilent to 10 credits and equate to approximately 100 hours of study in total.
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What study options are available?
Students can study modules for CPD, Certificate or Diploma part-time. The programme is designed to allow students to study four modules a year, but they can take a break during their studies at any time as long as they complete the programme in a maximum of five years.
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What equipment will I need?
You need regular convenient access to a device with internet access. A reasonable connection speed will make the process of studying easier.
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What computer skills should I have?
You should have competent email, internet and office applications skills. Any experience of using or creating databases would be an extra help.
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What are the programme’s formal learning outcomes?
Health Informatics
The aims of the programme are to follow:
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What will I learn on this programme?
You will find more detail about what the programme covers by following the individual programme links.
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How is the programme taught?
The programme is delivered entirely online. It is designed in such a way that, with a device with internet access, you will be able to study it at the times and in the places which suit you best. There is a small residential component to maximise the opportunity for students to support and learn from each other and to undertake activities more suited to a physical learning space.
The programme is delivered using the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s virtual learning environment. Students will join a community of learners and use a range of flexible learning methods including participation in discussion forums, online seminars and wikis. You will also have access to resources in a range of formats. You will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with and learn from a wide range of people from different countries. All courses are taught through a combination of independent learner-centered study, reflection and online group working. The group work most frequently takes the form of discussion, using online discussion forums which you can post to at any time.
While no sophisticated technical computing skills are required a good working knowledge of office applications, email and the internet will enable you to make the most of the online environment and the programme content.
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How will I be supported?
There are a number of ways you will be supported during your studies these include:
- Allocated tutors on-line (via email and online discussion forums) and in person at residentials
- Individual feedback and moderation of discussion forums
- Advice from the Programme Director, a Personal Tutor and eLearning Programme Administrator
- An introductory online induction to familiarise students with using the online learning environment and the requirements for the Programme
- Face-to-face residential courses
- Peer support from other participants as part of the module activities and facilitated discussion
- Administrative support from the eLearning Programme Administrator via the VLE, email and phone
- Programme Handbook
- A variety of learning resources accessed via the RCSEd Virtual Learning Environment, including:
- Learning resources in text, digital, video and audio formats – these will be updated as new technologies are developed and accommodated
- Online reflective activities
- Online personal development planning and support
- Individual support via VLE including discussion fourms for academic and peer support
- Access to on-line resources
- Formal process for student input into the management of the programme and private on-line student only discussion forum
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How do I know if this programme is for me?
This programme will provide you with professional knowledge and skills and the ability to apply these with an evidence based and critical approach.
The Health Informatics programme covers all the areas associated with the collection storage and use of information and information technology including information governance aspects for the effective delivery of healthcare.
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How do I contact you?
Contact Details
eLearning Programme Administrator
Ashley Stevenson
email: elearning@rcsed.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0)131 527 3410
Fax: +44 (0)131 527 1746
Website: www.elearning.rcsed.ac.uk
Postal Address: eLearning Department
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Nicolson Street
Edinburgh
EH8 9DW
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