Since its launch in 2015, over 170 students have enrolled on to our obesity and weight management diploma. Directed by experts in the field, our tutors have a wealth of knowledge in their industry – providing students with clinical situations that are based on real-life experience.
With no international surcharge and interest-free payment plans, we are making education accessible to everyone. This postgraduate course has also been accredited by the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS). The diploma in Obesity and weight management aims to:
• Produce graduates who can articulate professional decisions, incorporating an evidence-based rationale, in a variety of diverse and complex situations.
• Extend the scope of practice by exploring obesity and weight management in more depth, utilising knowledge gained in the previous modules.
• Produce graduates with an in-depth and contemporary knowledge of the science of obesity and weight management, who are equipped to work and lead in the delivery and advancement of related care, and who can advocate for policies and practice that are free of weight bias and have the potential for stigmatisation.
• Produce graduates who demonstrate an awareness of the complex nature of obesity and have the ability to work in multi-agency, multi-cultural and/or international contexts where they use language that is respectful, non-judgemental and non-biased.
Academic Fee for Year 2025 March Diploma – 4,900 GBP + GST., M.Sc - 8,950 GBP + GST.. An option to pay the fee in 12 easy installments is available.
The program has following 6 modules of 6 weeks each.
The study is practice oriented where all modules study is conducted through case discussions.
Under Graduate (MBBS) or other Healthcare Qualification + English Proficiency
Diploma – 1 year (Part Time)
Master (M.Sc.) – 2 Years (Part Time)
Online
The Diploma / Masters degree is recognized in UK. It is not a registrable qualification in India.
The programs are very good & definitely as good as on campus. Many of these programs are not offered on campus and the Diploma / Degree certificate does not mention that it is an online program.
The Learning Model is highly practice oriented, the entire learning is through case studies. The student works independently and within the cohort on the assigned cases. It is a great self-initiated learning experience, which is useful to practicing doctors.
This is program gives the student all benefits of on campus & international learning exposure. As the program is offered in online learning mode, the cost of travel and stay is saved and you are learning while earning. It is also important to note that it is expected that the knowledge gained from the program is used by the student in their practice, while in the program.
The interaction with international faculty and access to university library makes the learning world class.
University typically offers some discount schemes, typically early bird, from time to time. The student must register within the stipulated time and avail the discounts offered. However, it is not mandatory to get discount for every batch. The student must check the available active discount offers.
The student must register and complete the application process, submitting required documents, proofs, references as defined in the application process.
On receiving the approval to the application, student must pay the applicable fee and register.
The student can avail installment payment option or full payment. If discount is approved, It is adjusted in the last installment ( if the fee is payment in installment option is chosen).
Yes. It is mandatory to show English Proficiency. Typically it is IELTS score above 6.0 overall.
The student is not expected to travel to UK for any purpose.
Applicants will typically hold a first degree or equivalent (including international qualifications) in a relevant professional healthcare field, such as a medical or nursing degree.
These are additional qualifications. For medical practice in any country, the professional needs to have a license to practice. These programs do not give the license to practice. However, those with a valid license to practice will benefit from these qualifications.
