Gynaecological Cancers
Everything you need to know
- Start date: January 2027
- End date: April 2027
- Module leader: Laura Jacques
- Level: 7
- Credits: 15
Introduction
This module explores gynaecological cancers, their multimodality management, and the impact on physical, sexual, reproductive, and psychosocial wellbeing.
You will critically appraise evidence, policies, and guidelines, reflect on patient pathways, and develop skills in personalised care and support strategies. Emphasis is placed on multidisciplinary collaboration and improving patient outcomes.
Who is this course/module for?
Healthcare and allied health professionals working with patients affected by gynaecological cancers.
Practitioners seeking to enhance their knowledge of multimodal management, personalised care, and supportive strategies for people affected by gynaecological cancers.
Professionals interested in patient-centred care, shared decision-making, and managing physical, sexual, and psychosocial effects of gynaecological cancer and its treatments.
What you’ll learn
Critically evaluate the impact of gynaecological cancers and treatment on physical, sexual, reproductive, and psychosocial wellbeing. Reflect on multidisciplinary care, synthesise evidence, guidelines, and policy, and develop patient-centred strategies to enhance personalised supportive care and optimise outcomes across the gynaecological cancer pathway.
Skills you’ll gain
Assess the physical, sexual, reproductive, and psychosocial consequences of gynaecological cancers and their treatments.
Apply evidence-informed, personalised interventions across the gynaecological cancer care pathway.
Critically interpret clinical guidelines, policies, and research relevant to gynaecological oncology practice.
Reflect on professional responsibilities within multidisciplinary teams caring for people with gynaecological cancers.
Communicate effectively with patients and partners to support shared decision-making and optimise outcomes in gynaecological oncology.
How you’ll learn
This online module combines self-directed study with live and recorded webinars, interactive activities, and formative tasks. You will critically analyse patient pathways, evidence, guidelines, interventions, and multidisciplinary collaboration, while applying personalised care strategies to develop skills in delivering safe, patient-centred gynaecological oncology care.
Fees and Funding for 2026/27
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £915 EU / International students: £930 - The University cannot sponsor a Student Visa for CPD modules. However, if you already have permission to study in the UK, you can apply. If you’re unsure whether your visa allows this, please contact the International Experience Team at hallamhelp@shu.ac.uk to discuss your options. |
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| How to apply |
You can apply for this module using our online admissions form. After you have registered or logged in, select the module title under "Please choose your first module". |
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Entry requirements
Relevant professional qualification
Relevant work experience
Reliable internet connection
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area. The above must be evidenced in your application form.
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
Distance learning (fully online, independent study). Delivered entirely online through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), with no live sessions. Students study independently using guided materials and activities, with online academic support available to help them stay on track.
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Provisional timetable
This module does not have a specific timetable of study days and times, that you are expected to attend. Your tutor will direct you through a series of learning resources and activities, including non-live discussions and live webinars. The latter will be recorded for people who cannot join the live sessions. If you would like to know the times for the live sessions in advance, you can request this from the module leader anytime from 17th August 2026.
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Coursework
Successful completion of this module will earn you 15 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Laura Jacques - L.Jacques@shu.ac.uk or contact the student experience team: