Program Overview

Study Professionalism in Medicine and Health Sciences

The online MSc in Professionalism in Medicine and Health Sciences develops professional identity and ethical decision-making.

Programme Details

• Award: Masters 90 ECTS
• Delivery: Online Part time 2 years
• Next start date: September 2026
• Price: 11,590 (EU)/15,090 (non-EU)
• Duration: 2 years (part-time)
• Start date: September 2026
• Delivery: Online
• Qualification: MSc

Programme Description

This online MSc in Professionalism in Medicine and Health Sciences is suitable for doctors, nurses, midwives, dentists, pharmacists, allied health and social care professionals, and healthcare administrators seeking to advance their careers in professionalism, ethical leadership, and patient safety while driving systemic change in healthcare.

Core Modules

• Introduction to Professionalism, Ethics and Biomedical Law
• Compassion in CARE
• Accountability in CARE
• Respect in CARE
• Excellence in CARE
• Professionalism in Practice
• Research Methods and Dissertation

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Define principles of professionalism, ethics, and law to promote health and safety
• Describe the CARE model (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and apply it to patient-centered care
• Address healthcare challenges using CARE principles to enhance safety and innovation
• Analyse barriers to professionalism and strategies to promote equitable access
• Evaluate the impact of professionalism in fostering high-quality, resilient care
• Create strategies integrating professionalism to improve healthcare delivery
• Develop interpersonal skills and collaboration to advance professionalism
• Apply research to improve professionalism outcomes
• Reflect on personal growth to enhance self-care and sustainability
• Develop professional identity to foster excellence in practice

Global Alignment and Relevance

• CanMEDS Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
• GMC General Medical Council (UK)
• RCP (UK) Royal College of Physicians
• IMC Medical Council of Ireland
• ABIM American Board of Internal Medicine (USA)
• ACGME/AAMC Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education / Association of American Medical Colleges (USA)
• Also aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) advancing global health and well-being

Why Study at RCSI?

We understand that healthcare practice requires a lifelong commitment to learning and that this can be challenging for healthcare professionals with busy and professional lives. Our programmes have been designed to maximise flexibility and convenience for postgraduate learners, while continuing to advance their knowledge and accelerate career progression.

Flexible Online Learning

Ensuring minimal disruption to your work-life commitments, we provide interactive and flexible online healthcare programmes designed for every career stage.

Global Networking Opportunities

As an RCSI Postgraduate student, you will become part of an international learning community join a multidisciplinary alumni network of over 32,000 graduates.

Expert Faculty

Learn from leading academics and expert practitioners, who are committed to creating inclusive and dynamic learning environments for busy healthcare professionals.

Research-Driven Education

Immerse yourself in case-based and research-driven education, as RCSI integrates the latest cutting-edge research and innovation into every programme offering.