MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Nursing and Midwifery Professions) at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Nursing and Midwifery Professions) is a flexible, research-informed masters for registered health professionals building advanced clinical practice and leadership skills. It offers full-time and part-time study with a wide choice of optional modules and interprofessional learning.

Faculty: Faculty of Health | Department: School of Nursing and Midwifery | Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time route available) | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core study includes Advanced concepts in research and a project, with optional masters-level modules (including non-clinical assignment options) chosen to fit the student's professional goals. Exit awards are PgCert, PgDip and MSc.

Career pathways

The qualification prepares graduates for Band 7 and Band 8 roles and advanced positions; graduates can progress to non-medical consultant or clinical specialist posts, or into managerial, academic or research careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first degree (BSc (Hons) 2:2 or above or European equivalent plus a professional qualification in health or social care). Applicants without a 2:2 but with relevant practice experience may apply with a short piece of writing. Interview may be necessary. Applicants must work in an environment enabling the learning outcomes and have a clinical mentor for any clinical module. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each category for non-native English speakers. Applications need degree certificates or transcripts, a 250-400 word personal statement, CV and proof of sponsorship if applicable; a decision normally follows within four weeks.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27) Source

Duration: 1 year

Health Sciences