Update: application process
Please note that there has been an update to the application process for our masters programmes.
Any part-time applications for programmes starting before September 2025 need to continue to use the Postgraduate Application Form and any additional information forms as required. Full details can be found on our
admissions homepage
.
Part-time applications for September 2025 and beyond need to apply online via the link on the relevant programme page.
Any full-time applications for programmes starting in September 2025 need to apply online via the link on the relevant programme page.
Please direct any queries or questions regarding this to pduadmissions@plymouth.ac.uk
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.
NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the South West Peninsula
The NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the South West Peninsula has allocated 30 masters funded studentships to be hosted by the University of Plymouth and the University of Exeter. This initiative aims to provide individuals with academic training in research, equipping them with the essential skills and experience needed to pursue various research careers, spanning from research delivery to academia.
Successful applicants will receive 100% course fee payment plus £19,237 (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
Funded by the NIHR INSIGHT programme.
Register your interest in this opportunity
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
Featured module
This 20 credit module can be studied at degree or masters level and seeks to underpin mental health practice in working with people whose personality difficulties lead them to come into conflict with others, harm themselves or to be labelled as ‘personality disordered’.
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 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 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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MSc Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology
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MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Mental Health
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PgCert Clinical Echocardiography
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Postgraduate Diploma Community Nursing Specialist (District Nursing)
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Postgraduate Diploma Community Nursing Specialist (General Practice Nursing)
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MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Nursing and Midwifery Professions)
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)