MODULES

 

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Module 4

Module 5

Module 6

Module 7a

Module 7b

Module 8

Module 9

 

Module 1: Generic  Skills and Core Knowledge

This module provides the foundation knowledge and skills to progress to the subsequent modules.

You will develop an understanding of the basic science underpinning clinical endocrinology, together with the assessment of the endocrine patient and the principles and pitfalls of endocrine evaluation.

You will focus on the development of skills such as critical appraisal and experience in the purpose and application of evidence-based medicine. You will work on an approach to analysis of clinical cases, and think about how to write structured essays and reviews.

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Module 2: Hypothalamus and Pituitary

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of disorders of the hypothalamus and pituitary.

You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of disorders of the hypothalamus and pituitary and increase your knowledge of the common and important disorders.

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Module 3: Thyroid, Parathyroids and Bone

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of disorders of the thyroid, parathyroids and bone.

You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of disorders of these endocrine organs and increase your knowledge of the common and important disorders.

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Module 4: Reproductive, Pregnancy and Paediatric Endocrinology

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of reproductive endocrinology and pregnancy and endocrine disorders in childhood.

You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of these disorders and increase your knowledge of the common and important conditions.

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Module 5: Metabolism, Energy Balance and Lipids

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of metabolism, energy balance and lipids.

You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of disorders of these systems and increase your knowledge of the common and important conditions.

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Module 6: Adrenal Cortex and Medulla

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of the functions of the adrenal cortex and medulla.

You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of disorders of the adrenal cortex and medulla and increase your knowledge of the common and important conditions.

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Module 7a: Genetics, Oncology and Neuroendocrine Tumours

This is an elective module that is suitable for students interested in clinical endocrinology and endocrine oncology.

The module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of the genetics and oncology as applicable to endocrinology. You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of endocrine disorders associated with cancers, many of which are genetically-determined and increase your knowledge of the common and important conditions.

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Module 7b: Clinical Chemistry

This is an elective module that is suitable for students interested in clinical chemistry and / or laboratory aspects of clinical endocrinology. This module is recommended for trainees in metabolic medicine and clinical biochemistry although it may also interest some trainees in endocrinology and diabetes.

The module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of clinical chemistry.

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Module 8: Diabetes Mellitus

This module will cover some of the basic sciences, research techniques and clinical sciences underpinning the understanding of Diabetes Mellitus. You will look at the pathophysiology, investigation and management of Diabetes Mellitus and its complications and increase your knowledge of the common and important aspects.

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Module 9: Dissertation

On successful completion of the taught course, students who are eligible and who wish to, may apply to transfer to the MSc course.

Option 1: This involves an additional independent research project. The project proposal, supervisor, host institution and funding arrangements are organised by the student in their own institution but must be approved by QMUL. The project will have additional oversight from a QMUL supervisor and will be completed by a dissertation.

Option 2: This involves a dissertation based on a series of novel and interesting clinical case reports and related literature review.