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MSc Nursing Post-registration at University of Greater Manchester

University of Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Nursing offers exciting career progression opportunities for qualified nurses with the necessary skills and experience. The University of Bolton's MSc Nursing (Adult) Post-registration degree enhances your existing knowledge and develops your professional practice so you can move forward in your nursing career or pursue doctoral study.

Duration: 18 months Full-time; also offered: 36 months part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Professional Practice Research Project; Developing critical analytical skills for professional practice; Contemporary Nurse Leadership; The Complexities of the UK Health and Social Care Environment.

Career pathways

On successfully completing the University of Bolton's post-registration adult nursing master's degree, you'll possess the knowledge and skills you need to advance your career in nursing, adopt new technologies and approaches in health care and take on team leadership responsibilities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’re normally expected to have at least an upper second-class honours degree (2.1) (or equivalent) in nursing. Qualifications gained outside England and Wales will be assessed on an individual basis according to guidance from the NMC and the University's International Office. You'll be asked to attend an interview if your application is successfully short-listed (the interview may be online if you reside overseas). You'll also be required to provide a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your professional practice. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details. The University recognises prior learning, whether gained through academic credit and qualifications or through your professional and employment experience. Previous learning may be used towards meeting the entry requirements for this programme or for exemption from part of this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,664 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 18 months Full-time; also offered: 36 months part-time

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