MSc in Occupational Medicine
A specialized Master's programme designed for medical professionals to advance their expertise in occupational health practice.
Best for:Best for physicians holding LFOM or MFOM qualifications looking to formalize their expertise in occupational medicine.
Overview
The MSc in Occupational Medicine at University College Dublin is tailored for physicians seeking to enhance their clinical and research capabilities within the field of occupational health. The curriculum focuses on developing critical appraisal, statistical analysis, and communication skills essential for modern medical practice. Depending on prior qualifications, students engage in a structured programme that includes a thesis module and research methods training. This programme is designed to build upon existing professional experience, providing a pathway for doctors to formalize their expertise.
What you'll do
- Complete a 30-credit thesis module focusing on an aspect of occupational medicine.
- Participate in research methods training to enhance analytical capabilities.
- Develop and write a clinical essay on specific aspects of occupational medicine practice.
- Apply critical appraisal skills to evaluate medical literature and clinical evidence.
- Engage in advanced study of occupational health standards and practices.
Requirements
Degree required: Licentiate or Membership of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (LFOM or MFOM) from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland.
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English proficiency required for academic study.
Instruction: English
- Current medical qualification as a physician
- Professional membership of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine
- Ability to conduct independent clinical research
- Must hold LFOM or MFOM qualification
- Open to both domestic (EEA) and international (Non-EEA) applicants
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the UCD online graduate application portal. Applicants should review the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) guidelines on the UCD Registry website to determine if they qualify for credit exemptions.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of professional medical qualification
- Evidence of LFOM or MFOM membership
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