MSc Nursing at University of Sunderland

The MSc Nursing course is designed for registered nurses with an undergraduate degree, building on your existing knowledge and experience to deepen your skills in critical enquiry, evidence-based practice, and research. The course is aligned with the four pillars of advanced practice outlined by the Royal College of Nursing and the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England. You’ll develop as a confident leader, equipped to drive change and continuous improvement in healthcare settings.

Department: Nursing and Midwifery  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

With flexible study options and academic support, you can tailor parts of the course to match your own professional interests. Everything you learn is grounded in the current needs of the NHS and other healthcare employers.

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