Level -7 Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Anesthesiology
Level -7 Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in Medical Anesthesiology is designed to provide
healthcare professionals with advanced training in anesthesiology, including theoretical
knowledge, clinical skills, and research insights. This course aligns with UK academic standards
and equips students for advanced practice in clinical settings.
Program Overview
- Duration: 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time).
- Qualification: Level -7 Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Anesthesiology.
- Objective: To prepare professionals for advanced roles in anesthesiology, focusing on perioperative care, critical care management, and pain medicine.
Popular Courses
The program consists of core modules and clinical training components, emphasizing anesthetic techniques, patient management, and research applications.
Core Modules (Compulsory - 90 Credits)
Module Code |
Module Title |
Credits |
---|---|---|
ANA701 |
Principles and Practice of Anesthesiology |
20 |
ANA702 |
Perioperative Medicine |
20 |
ANA703 |
Critical Care and Emergency Anesthesia |
20 |
ANA704 |
Pain Management: Acute and Chronic Conditions |
20 |
ANA705 |
Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia Practice |
10 |
The program incorporates hands-on clinical training at accredited teaching hospitals.
- Placement Hours: 300–500 hours of supervised clinical practice.
- Areas of Focus:
o General anesthesia and airway management.
o Regional and local anesthesia techniques.
o Post-anesthetic care and pain management.
o Critical care management and emergency procedures.
Assessment: Clinical supervisors will evaluate students’ competencies based on a structured
clinical assessment portfolio.
- Develop advanced knowledge of anesthetic techniques, pharmacology, and physiology.
- Gain expertise in perioperative care, critical care, and pain management.
- Perform safe and effective anesthesia in various clinical settings.
- Analyze and apply evidence-based practices in anesthesiology.
- Develop communication, leadership, and team-working skills in multidisciplinary
settings.
- Written and practical exams.
- Clinical case studies and scenario-based evaluations.
- Portfolios and supervisor feedback during clinical training.
- Research proposals or presentations on anesthesiology topics.
Academic Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) or
equivalent medical qualification. - Graduates with degrees in nursing, allied health sciences, or biomedical sciences may
also be considered if they meet additional clinical experience requirements.
Professional Experience - Applicants must have at least 1–2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting,
preferably in anesthesiology, critical care, or perioperative medicine.
English Language Requirements - IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0.
- Equivalent tests such as TOEFL or PTE Academic are also accepted.
Other Requirements
- Personal Statement: Detailing the applicant’s motivation, academic background, and
career goals in anesthesiology. - References: Two professional references attesting to the applicant’s clinical and
academic abilities.
Graduates are prepared for advanced clinical and academic roles, including:
- Specialist Anesthetist (with further professional training).
- Clinical Educator or Trainer in Anesthesiology.
- Researcher in anesthesiology or perioperative medicine.
- Pain Management Specialist.
- Roles in critical care or emergency medicine units.