At World Extreme Medicine, we are proud to offer a unique and transformative learning experience through our Extreme Medicine MSc programme, delivered in partnership with the University of Exeter.
In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of studying extreme medicine, as shared by some of our students.
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Enhancing Confidence and Practical Skills
One of the most significant benefits of our Extreme Medicine MSc programme is the boost in confidence and practical skills that our students experience. As one of our students shares, “It’s already started benefiting me in my day to day life, I’ve noticed that extreme difference in my confidence, particularly relating to the trauma aspects of the course.”
Our students find that the knowledge gained from the programme is directly applicable to their current practice, even in unexpected ways. “I’ve taken some of the knowledge from the self-directed papers, and actually put that into my current practice, which I didn’t think would happen.”
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Suitable for a Wide Range of Medical Professionals
Our Extreme Medicine MSc programme is designed to cater to a diverse group of medical professionals, including paramedics, nurses, and doctors.
As one of our students, a paramedic, notes, “I think it’s definitely suitable for paramedics and sort of nurses from an A&E background who want to get out and do some expedition stuff as well.”
The programme offers a unique opportunity for medical professionals who are passionate about the outdoors and seeking new challenges. “I would totally recommend the course to anybody who is an outdoorsy type of person, and who loves medicine and loves doing something different, and likes to meet new people.”
Networking Opportunities and Personal Growth
In addition to the academic benefits, our students also value the networking opportunities and personal growth that come with the programme. “I’ve met some great people since being here and great networking opportunities, it’s tough, something I would highly recommend to anybody.”
The Extreme Medicine MSc programme offers a comprehensive learning experience that covers various aspects of extreme medicine, including expedition medicine, trauma care, and humanitarian work.
As one student explains, “The good thing about this course and the reason I’d recommend this course is you get a mix from all three different areas. And so you get exposed to a much wider sort of breadth of everything else that’s going on.”
Developing Leadership and Teamwork Skills
Another key benefit of the programme is the development of leadership and teamwork skills, which are crucial in both extreme medicine and day-to-day practice. As one student shares, “The main benefit I’m getting from it is regarding self-development, learning how I work as part of a team on developing leadership roles within teams and on the phone that really useful for day to day practice as well as expeditions.”
Our programme emphasises the importance of these soft skills, ensuring that our graduates are well-prepared to take on leadership roles and work effectively in teams, whether in extreme environments or in their regular medical practice.
Take the Next Step in Your Career
If you’re a medical professional looking to expand your horizons, gain new skills, and network with like-minded individuals, our Extreme Medicine MSc programme may be the perfect fit for you.
To learn more about the programme, including application requirements and deadlines, please visit here or for full course information please visit the University of Exeter.
If you have any questions or would like to speak with a member of our team, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you every step of the way and help you achieve your goals in this exciting and rewarding field.
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