Your professional development
Undertaking a professional development programme or module is a major investment in your future that can significantly enhance the quality of your professional and personal life.
It's important that you use this time to maximum advantage so that your learning experiences are rich, varied and positive.
Whether it’s modules, short courses, degrees or masters that you are looking for, we're sure to have something to suit your needs and circumstances, so browse our wide range of professional development to see how we can help you achieve your ambitions.
For any queries regarding admissions or enrolments, please contact the Professional Development Unit Admissions team
Email: pduadmissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 1752 586951
Visit: Professional Development Unit, Level 4 Rolle Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom.
Opening hours:
Monday–Thursday 8:30–17:00
Friday 8:30–16:30.
Follow us on Twitter: @PlymouthPDU
Modules
We offer an extensive portfolio of modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level for you and your organisation, which aim to develop new skills or refresh existing knowledge. Our modules are self-contained units of teaching, learning and assessment. You can combine modules towards University of Plymouth qualifications, or study modules individually for interest or professional development.
Featured module
Demonstrate through evidence, an increased awareness of the role of the nurse / AHP as a member of the multidisciplinary team when dealing with the patient in pain.
New module starting 2024 / 2025.
NIHR INSIGHT Studentships
NIHR INSIGHT has awarded 30 masters studentships to host higher education providers, University of Plymouth and University of Exeter, to enable individuals to gain academic training in research and develop the necessary skills and experience to access the full range of research careers from research delivery to academic.
Successful applicants will receive 100% course fee payment plus £18,622 (full time route study or 0.5 FTE each year for two years part time) studentship for living expenses.
This South West Peninsula funding provides an opportunity for 30 people per year (for three years) to study one of three programme options from the University of Plymouth (UoP) and the University of Exeter (UoE):
- Masters of Clinical Research (UoP) – ten part-time and five full-time places available
- Masters in Leading Clinical Research Delivery (UoE) – seven part-time places available
- Masters in Health Research Methods (UoE) – two part-time and six full-time places available
This is an inclusive opportunity for all with a professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies:
- Academy for Healthcare Science
- General Chiropractic Council
- General Dental Council
- General Medical Council
- General Optical Council
- General Osteopathic Council
- General Pharmaceutical Council
- Health and Care Professions Council
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Social Work England
- UK Public Health Register
Register your interest in this opportunity
Admissions information
Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
- Application forms.
- Change of name forms.
- Pre-course information.
- Downloadable guides.
- Student card.
Visit Professional Development Unit (PDU) admissions for full details.
Explore our masters-level professional development programmes
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PgDip/MSc Advanced Critical Care Practitioner
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MSc Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Clinical Practitioner)
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Dietetics
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Health and Social Care Professions)
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Neurological Rehabilitation
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Nursing and Midwifery Professions)
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Occupational Therapy
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Paediatric Dietetics
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Physiotherapy
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MClinRes Clinical Research
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Post Graduate Diploma in District Nursing
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Post Graduate Certificate Advanced Critical Care Practitioner
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Post Graduate Certificate Fundamentals of General Practice Nursing
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MSc Medicine in Hazardous Area Response
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Post Graduate Certificate First Contact Practitioner in Primary Care (Musculoskeletal)
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MSc Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology
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PgCert First Contact Practitioner in Primary Care (Paramedic)
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MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Mental Health
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PgCert First Contact Practitioner in Primary Care (Occupational Therapy)
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PgCert Clinical Echocardiography
Explore our degree-level professional development programmes
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BSc (Hons) Critical Care
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BSc (Hons) Critical Care (Intercalated)
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Advancing Practice
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Critical Care
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in End of Life Care
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Health and Social Care
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Long Term Conditions
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Mental Health
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Neonatal Care
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BSc (Hons) Professional Development in Nursing
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BSc (Hons) Urgent and Emergency Care
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BSc (Hons) Urgent and Emergency Care (Intercalated)
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Graduate Certificate Fundamentals of General Practice
Professional Development Unit fees
Everything you need to know about your module fees.
Full information, how to pay and FAQs can be found on the Faculty of Health professional development module fees webpage.
You can contact the Professional Development Unit with any queries
Current student enquiries
Professional Development Unit, Level 4 Rolle Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom.
8:30–17:00 (Friday 16:30)