Craniofacial Trauma Reconstruction Online MSc

Program Overview

This MSc is a structured online programme that is carefully designed to support and develop a specialist, multidisciplinary understanding of all aspects of facial trauma surgery. It is suitable for both junior and senior trainees who want to manage complex facial injuries.

Program Outline

Program: Craniofacial Trauma Reconstruction Online MSc

Degree Overview

This MSc provides a structured online program that equips specialized, multidisciplinary individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for managing complex facial trauma cases.

Program Aims:

• Develop a critical understanding of all aspects of facial trauma surgery
• Enable trainees to become independent practitioners managing complex facial injuries
• Enhance expertise in critical decision-making and treatment planning for facial trauma
• Foster a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and management

Program Outline

• The program spans two years and is delivered fully online.
• The curriculum comprises:
• eight compulsory modules
• dissertation
• Each module is assessed individually through online presentations, written reports, and video examinations.
• Two summer residential programs in the first year provide hands-on training and workshops.
• Flexible access to the online learning platform allows participants to study at their own pace.
• The program is designed to fit around existing training rotation schedules.
• Clinical learning is supported by:
• dedicated clinical materials archive
• surgical techniques presented in video format
• mentorship from experienced surgical tutors

Compulsory Modules

• Initial presentation and assessment
• Management of fractured mandible
• Management of fractures of the lateral midface
• Management of fractures of the central middle third
• Management of craniofacial fractures
• Management of acute facial soft tissue injuries
• Principles of secondary reconstruction (hard tissue)
• Principles of secondary reconstruction (soft tissue)

Dissertation

The dissertation serves as a culminating project, allowing students to explore a research topic relevant to facial trauma management. The dissertation is completed within the second program year.

Assessment

Assessment comprises:

• online presentations
• written reports
• video examinations
• dissertation
Each module is assessed individually except for the dissertation. The dissertation forms a major component of the degree evaluation.

Teaching

The program's online format utilizes:

• video and audio recordings of lectures and other online resources
• individual webinars with instructors
• access to a large collection of clinical material archives
• surgical treatment approaches demonstrated in video format
• mentorship from experienced surgical tutors
• opportunity to visit a unit for a week during the program (optional)

Careers

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in:

• clinical practice focusing on craniofacial trauma reconstruction
• further academic research in the field of facial trauma
• The program is designed for both medics and dental practitioners.
• The program is offered in conjunction with the Institute of Dentistry and Barts and the London NHS Trust.
• The program is recognized by the General Medical Council (GMC) and the General Dental Council (GDC).

Part-time studySeptember 2024 | 2 yearsHome: £7,450Overseas: £13,250EU/EEA/Swiss studentsThe course fee is charged per annum for 2 years.