This programme will: cover the complete curriculum in gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition if you are a new entrant into these fields, and act as an update and extension if you are already working in it; give you hands on training in endoscopy techniques. Designed as both a thorough introduction and update in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition, this programme is aimed at clinicians wishing to gain strong knowledge of the sciences underpinning clinical diseases and their management. It offers a focus on the relevant basic sciences and research techniques. You will be based at the Centre for Digestive Diseases which has two endoscopy training simulators, and training on these simulators is included if you are a full-time student, you will also have opportunities to observe clinical meetings, audits, clinics or endoscopy sessions, mainly in the latter half of the year. A variety of teaching and learning methods will be employed including; seminars, laboratory practice sessions, self-directed learning, one–to-one tutorials, case presentations, reading lists of books and journal papers. For those studying via distance learning, this course will be delivered using a variety of methods including: online lectures, podcasts, lecture notes and documentary reading material, guided reading exercises, online seminars/tutorials, clinical case presentations and analysis utilising the principles of evidence-based medicine, together with moderated discussion via the discussion board, ‘Ask the expert’ sessions, demonstration videos if applicable. Each module is examined separately by coursework and a written exam at the end of the module.