In addition, because the course is offered by distance learning it enables employers to support Continuous Professional Development without the need for breaks in employment. The first study school introduces you to us and each other as well as introducing you to the key areas and methods of study for the year. The second study school introduces you to the key area and methods of study for the year. The third study school introduces you to research methods to help you write your dissertation during your third year. Research and write a dissertation.
Tuition is an innovative combination of study guides, case studies, and tape recorded lectures.
There is a strong practical element involving project studies which can be carried out in your own library or information centre. This is intended to benefit both you and the organisation in which you work. This programme is aimed at information professionals working in health care organisations and over the years our students have included a wide variety of professionals such as information managers, information analysts, librarians, clinical effectiveness co-ordinators, information scientists, knowledge managers, audit facilitators, and practice managers. It would also be useful to other health professionals and health care managers who have an interest in information management or informatics. This broad mix of experience amongst the students is an aspect of the course which is appreciated by our students.