Adult Nursing MSc at Bangor University

Programme overview

The Adult Nursing MSc is an NMC-approved two-year programme for graduates that leads to eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as an adult nurse while earning a postgraduate qualification. The course is 50% theory and 50% practice placement learning, with placements in acute and community settings across North Wales.

Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Principles of Adult Nursing, Legal and Ethical Concepts, Adults with Chronic Conditions, Physiology and Pathophysiology, Nursing Practice 1. Year 2: Adults with Complex Needs, Lead, Innovate and Implement, Evidence for Practice Dissertation Module, Nursing Practice 2. Delivery is 22 weeks of theory and 22 weeks of placement, through in-person teaching and online tutorials and seminars.

Career pathways

Graduates can register with the NMC and work as registered nurses through the HEIW streamlining process, with progression routes in clinical practice or specialism, research or education.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject (health, life or social science) obtained within the last five years, plus evidence of 700 hours of healthcare-related experience mapped to the NMC progression point one competencies. GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English or Welsh first language (or recognised alternative). Good Health and Good Character evidence including an Enhanced DBS check and occupational health review. Selection: Direct Application portal only, shortlisting (personal statement, references, numeracy and literacy), interview, then an RPL/RPEL reflective portfolio assessed pass or fail. International students are not eligible because the programme is funded by WEDS.

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year. Limited number of international self-funded places; the page states the fee is correct for the advertised year of entry. Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/apply

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