Qualification
Diploma In Cardiology (D.Card)
A diploma-level qualification in Cardiology offered by the Research Council of Health, London, with blended learning and a long-validity certificate.
- Course code
- DCARD
- Subject area
- Cardiology
- Duration
- 12 months / 24 months
- Mode
- Blended Learning / Qualification
- Credit
- 240.00
- Fees
- GBP £7500.00 / GBP £3999.00 / GBP £2199.00
- Certificate
- 4 years · pass mark 70%
Diploma In Cardiology (D.Card) is a diploma-level programme for clinicians and health professionals. Undertaking this diploma is a serious commitment, requiring weekly contact hours in addition to independent learning and research.
Diploma In Cardiology (D.Card) is offered by the Research Council of Health, London to support medical and health professionals who wish to deepen specialist knowledge through blended learning.
The programme combines structured study with assessment that can be completed online, with the option to sit examinations at a suitable venue.
Applicants will need either a good medical degree or equivalent from a recognised institution, or an appropriate professional qualification or experience acceptable to the course director and RCH London. If English is not your first language you must provide evidence of proficiency. You must be IT literate and have a reliable internet connection.
12 months (120 credits): £3999.00
24 months (240 credits): £7500.00
Part time: £2199.00 per year
Specialist modules in Cardiology, research methods, and a supervised project or dissertation.
Assessment is based on written assignments, posters and oral presentations, multiple choice questions (MCQ) and short-answer examinations. Dissertation requirements, where applicable, are 10,000–15,000 words. Online learners have access to recordings of lectures and may submit assignments through the learning portal.
Successful candidates strengthen their professional identity and may progress within clinical practice, research or further specialist study. Teaching is delivered through the RCH London learning portal with support from academic staff.
