Course Overview
This unique programme offers the opportunity to develop or extend expertise in the established and rapidly developing areas of Operative Gynaecology and Minimally Invasive Skills
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course students will have
- Ability to perform basic laparoscopy tasks.
- Ability to perform laparoscopic suturing
- Ability to perform laparoscopic procedures (Salpingostomy, Salpingectomy, Tubal ligation and Oophorectomy)
- Ability to perform specific open surgical skills
- Ability to understand the tools and methodologies for conducting research
Core Modules:
- Core Laparoscopic Skills
This module will provide the student with a broad understanding and practical skills on Laparoscopic instrument manipulation e.g. Camera manipulation and orientation with precise Hand Eye Coordination, Bimanual movement and Depth perception. - Laparoscopic Suturing Skills
This module teaches proper skills on laparoscopic needle handling and extracorporeal and intracorporeal suturing. - Laparoscopy Procedural Skills
This module teaches practical skills required for performing Salpingostomy, Salpingectomy, Tubal ligation and Oophorectomy. - Core Open Surgical Skills
This module is designed to develop competence in common operative procedures e.g. secured suturing and knot tying, simulated tubal anastomosis technique and proper handling of surgical instruments. - Research Methods
This module will provide you with a clear understanding of the concepts and theories surrounding the issues of research and critical appraisal along with academic writing. - Dissertation
Student will be required to complete a Master’s level dissertation in an appropriate research area. This will be an independent piece of research, requiring the student to conceive, plan and execute an appropriate piece of research based on academic foundations, application of relevant theory and methodology and critical analysis of findings.
