MSc in Clinical Endocrinology is designed to cover a complete curriculum in Endocrinology for new entrants into the fields and as an update and extension for those already in it. The course provides clinicians with theoretical and clinically applied aspects of their discipline.
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of Endocrinology focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment. The course is suitable for healthcare professionals, researchers and intercalating medical students.
The course is offered in collaboration with University of Chester, UK.
Curriculum:
Our online endocrinology masters programs allows you to study for just one calendar year and is a part-time, distance-learning course. The course is worth 120 credits and comprises six modules of 20 credits, each running over a period of Six weeks.
Module 1: Disorders of the Hypothalamus and Pituitary
Module 2: Disorders of the Thyroid
Module 3: Disorders of the Adrenals
Module 4: Disorders of Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone
Module 5: Reproductive Endocrinology
Module 6: Endocrine related cancer.
Module 7: Research Methodologies and Clinical Appraisal
Module 8: Professional Project
Curriculum
- 11 Sections
- 125 Lessons
- 48 Weeks
- Module 1: Basic Endocrinology8
- 1.1Introduction to Endocrinology
- 1.2Hormone Secretion and Action
- 1.3Second-Messenger Systems and Signal Transduction Mechanisms
- 1.4Steroid Hormones
- 1.5Plasma Membrane Receptors for Steroid Hormones in Cell Signaling and Nuclear Function
- 1.6Growth Factors
- 1.7Prostaglandins and Leukotrienes
- 1.8The Neuroendocrine–Immune Interface
- Module 2: Disorders of the Hypothalamus and Pituitary12
- 2.1Hypothalamic Hormones
- 2.2Anterior Pituitary Hormones
- 2.3Posterior Pituitary Hormones
- 2.4Endocrine Disease: Value for Understanding Hormonal Actions
- 2.5The Pineal Hormone (Melatonin)
- 2.6Thyroid Hormones (T 4 , T 3 )
- 2.7Calcium-Regulating Hormones: Vitamin D and Parathyroid Hormone
- 2.8Oncogenes and Tumor Suppressor Genes in Tumorigenesis of the Endocrine System
- 2.9Insulin Secretion and Action
- 2.10Cardiovascular Hormones
- 2.11Adrenal Medulla (Catecholamines and Peptides)
- 2.12Hormones of the Kidney
- Module 3: Disorders of the Thyroid9
- Module 4: Disorders of the Adrenals11
- 4.1Adrenal Zonation and Development
- 4.2Regulation of Adrenal Steroidogenesis
- 4.3Pharmacology of Glucocorticoids
- 4.4Autoimmune Addison’s Disease: Genetic Aetiology and Pathophysiology
- 4.5Genetics and Pathophysiology of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
- 4.6Primary Aldosteronism: From Genetic Causes to Clinical Guidelines
- 4.7Pathophysiology and Genetic Landscape of Adrenocortical Tumors and Hyperplasias
- 4.8Pheochromocytomas and Paragangliomas: Genetics and Pathophysiology
- 4.9Diagnosis and Management of Adrenal Insufficiency
- 4.10Adrenal Cushing’s Syndrome: Updates on Overt and Mild Hypercortisolism
- 4.11Diagnosis and Management of Primary Aldosteronism
- Module 5: Disorders of Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone6
- Module 6: Reproductive Endocrinology8
- 6.1Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- 6.2Clinical Aspects of Endometriosis
- 6.3Acquired Uterine Factors and Infertility
- 6.4Müllerian (Paramesonephric) Anomalies and Associated Wolffian (Mesonephric) Duct Malformations
- 6.5Turner Syndrome
- 6.6Meiotic Recombination and Errors During Spermatogenesis
- 6.7Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Male Factor Infertility
- 6.8Transvaginal Sonography in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
- Module 7: Diabetes Mellitus21
- 7.1Insulin Biosynthesis and Secretion
- 7.2Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus
- 7.3Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults
- 7.4Pathogenesis and Metabolic Alterations in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
- 7.5Physiology of Type 2 Diabetes
- 7.7Complication of Type 2 Diabetes
- 7.8Emergencies in Type 2 Diabetes
- 7.9Diagnosis and Monitoring: Therapy Targets
- 7.10Therapeutic Management Options: Non Pharma
- 7.11Glucose-lowering Agents: Oral Drugs
- 7.12Insulin
- 7.13Treatment of T2DM in Older Patients
- 7.14Diabetes and Infections
- 7.15Psychiatric Disorders and Diabetes
- 7.16Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients with CKD
- 7.17Skin Manifestations of Diabetes Mellitus
- 7.18Sexual Dysfunction in Diabetes
- 7.19Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Surgical Patients
- 7.20Diabetes and Cancer: Evidence for Risk, Methodology and Implications
- 7.21Bone and Rheumatic Disorders in Diabetes
- 7.22Foot Problems in Patients with Diabetes
- Module 8: Endocrine Related Cancer5
- Module 9: Poly endocrine disorders3
- Books12
- 11.1Book 1: Textbook of Diabetes
- 11.2Book 2:Diabetes in Cardiovascular Disease
- 11.3Book 3: Hormone Replacement Therapy
- 11.4Book 4: Endocrinology Secrets
- 11.5Book 5:The Pituitary
- 11.6Book 6: Metabolic and Endocrinology Physiology
- 11.7Book 7: Endocrine System at a Glance
- 11.8Book 8: Endocrine Physiology
- 11.9Book 9: Basic Medical Endocrinology
- 11.10Book 10: Text Book of Diabetes
- 11.11Book 11 : Manual of Endocrinology and Metabolism
- 11.12Book 12 : Principles of Diabetes Mellitus
- Video Lecture30
- 12.1Lecture 1: Hyperthyroidism & Thyroid Storm Signs & Symptoms
- 12.2Lecture 2: Black Licorice and Health Impact
- 12.3Lecture 3: Subacute Thyroiditis
- 12.4Lecture 4: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Signs & Symptoms
- 12.5Lecture 5: Low Testosterone (Hypogonadism)
- 12.6Lecture 6: Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver
- 12.7Lecture 7: Gilbert Syndrome
- 12.8Lecture 8: Phenylketonuria
- 12.9Lecture 9: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- 12.10Lecture 10: Pheochromocytoma
- 12.11Lecture 11: Ketone Body Metabolism
- 12.12Lecture 12: Gigantism & Acromegaly
- 12.13Lecture 13: Hyperprolactinemia (High Prolactin Levels)
- 12.14Lecture 14: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever & Seasonal Allergies)
- 12.15Lecture 15: Beriberi (Thiamine Deficiency)
- 12.16Lecture 16: DRUGS FOR PITUITARY AND THYROID DISORDERS
- 12.17Lecture 17: Insulin Signaling Cascade and Downstream Effects
- 12.18Lecture 18: Vitamin D and Calcium Absorption
- 12.19Lecture 19: Pyrimidine Synthesis and Salvage Pathway
- 12.20Lecture 20: Purine Synthesis and Salvage Pathway
- 12.21Lecture 21: Glycogen Synthesis (Glycogenesis) Pathway
- 12.22Lecture 22: Glucose-Alanine Cycle, Cahill Cycle, Nitrogenous Waste Transport and Removal
- 12.23Lecture 23: Coenzyme A (CoA) Biosynthesis Pathway and Vitamin B5
- 12.24Lecture 24: Glucose Transporters (GLUTs and SGLTs)
- 12.25Lecture 25: Glucose-Alanine Cycle | Cahill Cycle | Nitrogenous Waste Transport and Removal
- 12.26Lecture 26: Hormonal Regulation of the Male Reproductive System
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