The DipTH is based around the successful completion of four core modules plus the four summative assessments must be successfully completed over 6-15 months in order to undertake the final written assessment and MCQ exam for award of the diploma.  More information can be found on the programme specification which includes details on all assessments.

All components are delivered via on-line distance learning.

Online Learning

We are using an Asynchronous learning model.  Asynchronous e-learning involves recorded material, individual exercises, group work and online discussion boards delivered via the virtual learning environment (VLE). Each of the four separate modules that make up the diploma is delivered in a series of weekly blocks, two of the modules are 3 week courses, two are four week courses. Students can complete each weekly block at their own pace (expected 5-7 hours per week, over the 3/4 weeks of each module), by using the internet as a support tool rather than having to “attend” online classes at a specific time.

Studying online is a first for many people.  This course will help you discover the skills required for online study and evaluate your own study skillset. You’ll also experience online communities and how you benefit from flexible study arrangements while still being supported by dedicated tutors.  Studying online takes advantage of technology to simulate or improve upon traditional methods of teaching.

We use a number of innovative tools to support your learning whilst studying with us, at the centre of which is Brightspace. Brightspace brings together learners, tutors and learning materials in a simple to use web based learning management system which many students tell us is the easiest study platform they have used.  Brightspace is designed to give you easy access to everything you need to complete your studies whilst enabling you to interact with your fellow learners and be part of the wider LSTM community. Brightspace is mobile friendly and supports you even in low bandwidth settings.

LSTM also has a number of other technologies available which enable you to access video based learning resources (Panopto), easily study on your tablet device even whilst offline (Binder) and work effectively online with your peers (Wiggio). Each of these technologies has been designed to be user friendly and intuitive to use and you will have a dedicated team of staff to support you in the use of these. You will also have an Office 365 account and be able to download the latest version of Microsoft Office for the duration of your studies. 

LSTM Student Charter

General enquiries, assistance with applications and technical issues, please email mylstm@lstmed.ac.uk(link sends e-mail)

If you would like to discuss something confidentially, perhaps disclose a disability, etc… please email studentsupport@lstmed.ac.uk(link sends e-mail).