MSc / PGDip / PGCert Advancing Nursing Science at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Elevate your nursing career with MSc Advancing Nursing Science. Designed for ambitious registered nurses from across the globe, this dynamic programme empowers you to craft a personalised learning journey tailored to your unique professional aspirations. This programme will enable experienced nurses to study a blend of core and optional modules, to align with personal development requirements, to support the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attributes to take you to the next level in your career.

Department: Medicine | Duration: MSc FT 1 year; MSc PT 3 years; PGDip PT 2 years; PGCert 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll study six taught modules, including core and optional modules. Modules include Current Issues in Health, Advances in Nursing Science, Applied Leadership and Management, Creating and Applying Evidence, Research Dissertation, Chronic Disease Management, First Contact.

Career pathways

The MSc Advancing Nursing Science is aimed at registered nurses seeking to advance their careers through a personalised pathway of learning, developing knowledge, skills and attributes to take your career to the next level. Appealing to both home and international registered nurses, the programme supports the development of future leaders in healthcare, equipping practitioners to navigate the challenges of modern health and social care delivery.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 Honours degree or above You should have or expect to obtain a 2:2 honours degree or above in Nursing. Applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development that shows an ability to study at Masters level. The applicant must have at least 12 months clinical experience post qualification. Evidence of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council within the UK or your home country equivalent. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,790 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 25,920 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc FT 1 year; MSc PT 3 years; PGDip PT 2 years; PGCert 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=CMH132

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