Program Structure
The Diploma program is offered by distance learning on a part-time basis, running for a period of 11 months.
Delivery of the program will involve a variety of teaching methods, including lectures in electronic format, web-based materials, and an online discussion forum.
- Each of the nine program modules will consist of lectures in electronic format, supported by directed private study, and will include self-assessment elements
- Learning material will consist of online lectures by leading experts in the field.
- Lecture material will be supplemented by a program of directed study, including review papers, original research publications and online documents
- Students will be provided with a comprehensive portfolio of reading material in electronic format. The core program textbook (Drugs in Sport, Routledge) and online access to the British Journal of Sports Medicine will also be provided to all students as part of the registration fee
- The program will include coursework assignments and a formal examination to be completed by students
