The Master of Science in Diabetes Care and Patient Education (M.Sc. DCPE) is a two year interprofessional program that emphasizes the practical application of theoretical concepts to prepare health professionals for comprehensive and expert diabetic care and for leadership roles in the management of diabetes. The M.Sc. DCPE program is founded on national and international diabetes education standards, frameworks, and competencies, including from the International Diabetes Federation and the American Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES). Students advance their knowledge and skill through innovative teaching and learning opportunities, and immersion in experiential learning in state of-the-art labs and simulation centers. Students complete placements in diverse practice settings. Graduates are prepared to integrate patient-centered care, to apply principles and best practices for cardiometabolic disorders education, to leverage technology, and to support the emotional well-being of people living with diabetes.
Program Duration:
Admission Requirements:
2. Bachelor degree in a related health care field from an accredited higher education institution with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 6.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 6.0; OR
3. A valid (within two years) TOEFL iBT score of 72 and minimum scores of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing.
2. Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), and
3. Two confidential recommendation letters, preferably one professional and one academic, and
4. A satisfactory performance in the personal interview with the Admissions Committee, and 5. Current licensure/registration with a recognized registry/ licensure body.
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2025-2026 Study Plan:
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-req | CO-req | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 1 | ||||||
| MADC5110 | Organization of Diabetes Care | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| MADC5120 | Teaching & Learning Practice in DSME Programs | - | - | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| MADC5130 | Diabetes Prevention & Health Promotion | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| MADC5140 | Clinical Aspects of Diabetes Care | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| MADC5150 | Diabetes Management I: Nutrition & Physical Activity | - | - | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| MADC5000 | Diabetes Care Calculations | - | - | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Semester 1 Total: | 18 | 16 | 6 | |||
| SEMESTER 2 | ||||||
| MADC5210 | Diabetes Management II: Pharmacotherapy & Technology | MADC5150 | - | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| MADC5220 | Pediatric & Adolescent Diabetes Education | MADC5140 & MADC5150 | - | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| MADC5230 | Diabetes in Special Populations | MADC5140 & MACD5150 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| MADC5240 | Microvascular & Other Complications | - | - | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| MADC5250 | Cardiometabolic Disorders | MADC5140 | - | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Semester 2 Total: | 16 | 15 | 9 | |||
| SEMESTER 3 | ||||||
| MADC5310 | Diabetes Educator Practicum | Completion of all Semester 1 2 courses | - | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Semester 3 Total: | 5 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Year 1 Total: | 39 | 31 | 15 | |||
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-req | CO-req | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 4 | ||||||
| MADC6110 | Research Methods in Diabetes Care & Management I | - | - | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Semester 4 Total: | 3 | 3 | 2 | |||
| SEMESTER 5 | ||||||
| MADC6220 | Research Methods in Diabetes Care & Management II - Thesis or Professional Project | MADC6110 | - | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Semester 5 Total: | 3 | 3 | 2 | |||
| SEMESTER 6 | ||||||
| MADC6330 | Research Methods in Diabetes Care & Management III - Thesis or Professional Project | - | - | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Semester 6 Total: | 1 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Year 2 Total: | 7 | 7 | 6 | |||
| Program Total | 46 | 38 | 21 | |||
Graduate Future Pathways:
Graduates of the Master of Science in Diabetes Care and Patient Education (M.Sc. DCPE) program are equipped to pursue further specialization in their field or post-graduate research.
Graduate Career Opportunities:
Given the prevalence of diabetes in the State of Qatar, there is a need for health care providers with advanced knowledge and skills in Diabetes Care and Patient Education. Graduates of the program will practice in various settings nationally and internationally. A wide range of career opportunities in field currently exist and they include but are not limited to the following:
- Diabetes Educator – Hospital Setting
- Diabetes Educator – Community Setting
- Diabetes Educator – Academic Setting
- Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- Patient Educator
- Patient Educator Coordinator
- Diabetes Educator – Public Health Setting
- Patient Educator – Public Health Setting
- Patient Education Supervisor
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