The voice of
healthcare educators
and researchers in Scotland
The voice of members is strengthened by the Council working through the the Council of Deans of Health Scotland, reflecting the devolved nature of health higher education policy.
CoDH Scotland works closely with organisations such as the Scottish Government, NHS Education Scotland, Universities Scotland and the Scottish Funding Council on issues of relevance to the sector.
News Related to Scotland and UK
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Council hosts its 2026 Parliamentary Reception
The Council welcomed members back to the House of Lords for our 2026 Parliamentary Reception. The event was kindly hosted on our behalf by Baroness Hoey. We were delighted to have speeches from Steve Race MP,…
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Emerging Deans Leadership Programme launches
The Emerging Deans Leadership Programme, a new year-long initiative from the Council of Deans of Health, was successfully launched online…
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Aspiring Deans Leadership Programme launches
The Council of Deans of Health has officially launched its new Aspiring Deans Leadership Programme, bringing together the next generation…
Work related to Scotland and UK
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Briefing: UCAS Applicant Statistics for January 2026
The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) has published a statistical release providing core numbers for the January equal consideration deadline 2026. The Council has published a briefing which summarises some of the key…
Blogs related to Scotland and UK
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Co-Production in Simulation for Mental Health
In this blog, Andy Buttery, an Operating Department Practitioner, led the multiprofessional team alongside two Clinical Fellows: Isobel…
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Innovating AHP Placements in Social Care: The IMPPaCT Model
In this blog, Priya Anand, Assistant Professor at the University of Bradford, reflects on a new placement approach…
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Embedding Violence and Aggression Training in Interprofessional Education: A Reflective Approach
In this blog, Jason Sadler, Senior Lecturer at Swansea University, reveals how Interprofessional Education supports an innovative approach…
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Celebrating Scottish Leadership in Health Education: St Andrew’s Day Reflections from the Council
On St Andrew’s day, the Council would like to highlight its Scottish members, share its national policy work…
Podcasts related to Scotland and UK
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Collaboration
The Council collaborates with education providers, charities, government organisations and arms-length bodies, healthcare providers, and professional bodies to enhance healthcare education and workforce development.
Funding projects
The Council has worked with a number of external organisations who have funded specific projects. We are open to exploring opportunities that the Council is uniquely placed to deliver and that support the work of the Council and its members.
Memorandum of understanding
The Council uses memoranda of understanding with external organisations and networks to support collaboration on areas of mutual interest.
Supporting bids
The Council is open to working with members and stakeholder organisations to support bids for externally funded projects.