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Wound Healing and Tissue Repair (PDip)
Course Overview
This programme aims to prepare healthcare professionals to effectively manage (within their scope of practice) challenging wound healing and tissue repair issues. The goal is to provide experienced, dedicated healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills in wound healing and tissue repair to ensure the highest quality of care for patients. Lecturers and facilitators on this course are recognised for their expertise nationally and internationally through research, education and clinical practice.
Unique features of this programme include the multidisciplinary approach. It is the first Level 9 course in skills development and competency in compression therapy and Doppler technique. The lecturers are internationally recognised for their expertise in this field.
Scholarships available
Find out about our Postgraduate Scholarships here.
Applications and Selections
Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System.
Who Teaches this Course
Lecturers and facilitators from outside University of Galway include:
- Ms Mary Burke, Clinical Educator
- Ms Marion Cahill-Collins, ANP Vascular
- Ms Tina Clarke Podiatrist
- Mr Wael Tawfick Consultant Vascular Surgeon
- Ms Fiona Willis, Nursing Practice Co-Ordinator
Requirements and Assessment
Assessment methods vary according to the specific module and may include: written assignments, e-tivities, blogs and OSCEs.
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold an honours bachelor‘s degree at NFQ Level 8 in a healthcare profession. Applicants who do not hold an honours degree or Higher Diploma (Level 8) must demonstrate that they have successfully completed (in the previous two years) a module at Level 9. Please consult the professional credit awards at Level 9;
- Hold current registration with their relevant governing body in Ireland, for example, NMBI, CORU, IMC;
- Be currently employed in healthcare;
- Have a minimum of six months’ clinical experience in an appropriate setting since qualification;
- Students taking the Venous Leg Ulceration module [NU6104] must be in a position to work with clinicians providing care for patients with venous leg ulceration in a hospital or community setting, including the application of compression therapy and recording of Doppler ultrasound.
Additional Requirements
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Duration
Postgraduate Diploma: 1 year full-time
Masters: 2 years full-time (if eligible for second year following Postgraduate Diploma)
Next start date
September 2025
A Level Grades ()
Average intake
10
QQI/FET FETAC Entry Routes
Closing Date
NFQ level
9
Mode of study
ECTS weighting
90
Award
CAO
Course code
MHSC-WHTR
Course Outline
Using a blended learning approach, this programme will be delivered through a combination of online learning and face-to-face skills teaching. On completion of Year 1 students have the option of being awarded a Postgraduate Diploma or (if they have achieved the minimum 60% average mark across these modules) may progress onto the second year to complete the MSc programme.
Modules are delivered using guided learning packs that provide a study guide, directed learning activities (both online and practice based), key reading, reflective points and e-tivities.
Students will be supported online as they work through each unit, using the virtual learning environment BlackBoard Collaborate. Students will be expected to engage in blogs, to respond to posted questions or activities and to complete e-titivies. The face-to-face teaching component (workshops) will take place at intervals throughout the semester. Workshops will focus on key skills and application.
Modules:
- Students will complete three core and three specialist modules in the first year (60 ECTS). Eligible students will then complete a research dissertation (30 ECTS) in the second year.
- Core modules: Advanced Research Methods; Clinical Governance—Supporting Safe Practice; Service Improvement.
- Specialist modules: Management of Venous Leg Ulceration; Management of Diabetic Foot Disease; Advanced Wound Care Management or Vascular Disease.
Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Students graduating from this programme will be able to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge in the area of wound healing and tissue repair. As wound management crosses many disciplines, the career path will vary according to the discipline. In the field of nursing, this programme will support nurses’ application for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist in Tissue Viability (but does not guarantee that such an appointment will be made).
Who’s Suited to This Course
Learning Outcomes
Transferable Skills Employers Value
Work Placement
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
For 25/26 entrants, where the course duration is greater than 1 year, there is an inflationary increase approved of 3.4% per annum for continuing years fees.
Postgraduate students in receipt of a SUSI grant – please note an F4 grant is where SUSI will pay €4,000 towards your tuition (2025/26). You will be liable for the remainder of the total fee. A P1 grant is where SUSI will pay tuition up to a maximum of €6,270. SUSI will not cover the student levy of €140.
Note to non-EU students: learn about the 24-month Stayback Visa here.
Find out More
Dr Duygu Sezgin
T: +353 91 493 344
E: duygu.sezgin@niversityofgalway.ie
www.universityofgalway.ie/medicine-nursing-and-health-sciences/nursing/
Colette Edwards | 2nd year MSc student
The MSc in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair afforded me the ideal platform to progress my educational journey in the field of Tissue Viability. I chose this programme as the content covered all relevant aspects in the field, with teaching and learning provided by an array of national and international experts. With an onsite School of Nursing and Midwifery along with School of Podiatry, NUI Galway was the ideal location to undertake the programme in Wound Healing and Tissue Repair. The variety within the specialist modules such as Management of Venous Leg Ulcers, Management of Diabetic Foot Disease, Vascular Disease and Advanced Wound Care Management ensured that all aspects of Tissue Viability could be studied in greater depth. At Level 9 the programme was of course at times challenging. However, the support provided by the module leaders and the layout of the module assessments ensured ongoing and supported engagement. The programme has undeniably equipped me as a clinician with invaluable clinical and academic skills which help me to align my everyday practice with current evidence-based research. I currently hold the position of Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist.