Apply for 2026 Cohort
Recruitment is now open for Cohort 4 of the Leading Digital Transformation in Health and Care for Scotland postgraduate programme.
Scottish Government funding is available for up to 40 participants to complete this 1-Year Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) programme. Applications are open until Monday 06 July 2026 at midnight, with successful candidates notified by Friday 31 July.
Cohort 4 will be the final cohort of this particular programme.
Matriculation Timeline for Cohort 4 (PGCert)
| Action | Date |
| Applications open | Thursday 04 June 2026 |
| Applications close | Monday 06 July 2026 at midnight |
| Application Panel review and scoring | w/c 27 July 2026 |
| Notification of outcome | by Friday 31 July 2026 |
| Deadline to accept place | Thursday 06 August 2026 |
| Matriculation deadline | Monday 31 August 2026 |
| Student online induction window | Tuesday 01 until Sunday 20 September 2026 |
| Welcome to the programme event | w/c 14 September - 1 hour (online) |
| Welcome to the course | Monday 21 September 2026 |
An inspiring welcome in person event (date tbc) will take place in 2026. This is a unique opportunity to connect with your peers, build lasting professional relationships, and meet the expert team delivering the programme. It’s the perfect setting to start building your network, share ambitions, and set the tone for a transformative year ahead.
Application Form and Process
Please follow the steps below to complete your application:
1. Download the application form below and prepare your responses using the Application Guidance and Checklist provided.
2. Obtain support from your Line Manager and Digital Supporter, including supporting statements.
Include in your application.
3. Submit the completed application form by email to nes.dew@nhs.scot no later than Monday 06 July 2026 at midnight.
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Postgraduate Programme: Application Form PGCert Cohort 4
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C4 Application Guidance & Checklist PGCert_FINAL
* Please note: As this is a fully funded opportunity supported by the Scottish Government and COSLA, we ask for personalised applications to help the panel understand how this investment will benefit you, your organisation and the wider health and social care sector.
Recruitment and Selection
To ensure your application is considered, please note the following:
- All sections of the application form must be fully completed, including the applicant, line manager, and digital supporter sections.
- The guidance document and checklist are provided to support you in completing each section accurately and effectively.
- Due to a short application and selection window, incomplete applications cannot be progressed. Please do not submit your application until all required sections are complete.
We cannot consider applications without support from your Line Manager.
It is essential this section is completed before you submit your application form.
We cannot consider applications without support from your Digital Supporter.
It is essential this section is completed before you submit your application form.
If your application is successful, you will be required to register with the University of Edinburgh and provide evidence of your academic qualifications and relevant experience.
Applicants who do not have copies of their degree certificates, transcripts, or other supporting documentation should begin obtaining these from the relevant institution as soon as they receive an offer of a place.
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