MSc Nursing Science, Advanced at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This MSc is designed for graduate nurses from international countries who want to work in clinical leadership or extended clinical practice roles such as nurse practitioner or consultant nurse.

Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses are Applying Research Approaches in Health Care, Education for Professional Practice, Independent Project, Informing Practice through the Evidence Base, Leadership in Contemporary Health Care and Research Approaches in Health Care. A 20-credit optional course allows a named award in Acute and Critical Care or Global Health Challenges.

Career pathways

Many graduates remain in clinical practice in senior or specialist roles; others become lecturers, tutors or clinical trainers, or return for PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.2 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Nursing, plus at least six months of post-qualification clinical nursing experience evidenced by a CV; applicants with lower grades may be accepted with significant relevant clinical nursing experience. International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (other tests accepted).

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,728 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee; part-time rates are quoted per 20 credits and are not a programme total Source

International applicants: GBP 31,515 a year (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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