MSc Nursing at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Develop skills to thrive in an in-demand industry whilst studying at Birmingham's prestigious Medical School. You'll develop an understanding of the complexity of humans through nursing practice and be able to treat patients in one of the UK's largest healthcare regions. Ranked 15th in the UK (Complete University Guide), you'll graduate with the confidence and skills to register as a nurse within the Nursing and Midwifery Council in Adult or Mental Health Nursing in two years.

Department: Medicine | Duration: 2 years (full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course has a blended teaching approach across lectures, small-group seminars and placement to make sure that you are able to complete the modules to the best of your potential. The core modules are designed to promote development of skills in each area of care. Modules include Advancing Health and Nursing Care, Co-ordinating complex nursing care, Developing Adult Nursing Practice, Nursing Practice Part 2 (PG), Research and Improvement Methods for Practice, Advancing clinical assessment in urgent nursing care, Health & Social Care Enquiry.

Career pathways

Our graduates are highly valued, with most securing nursing positions or pursuing further career-related training upon completing the programme. Many choose to stay in the Birmingham area and work within the NHS, while others take up positions across the UK and abroad.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree or above in the preferred subject areas of Science or Social Science. However, other degrees will be considered. You must also hold GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or recognised equivalents). The MSc Nursing (adult or mental health field) has been designed as a two-year taught programme. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 29,070 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years (full-time)

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=CMH080

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