Master of Science in Nursing – Emergency Care
Specialised master’s programme for registered nurses to advance expertise in high-stakes emergency care through simulation, clinical practice, and interprofessional learning.
Best for:Best for registered nurses with at least six months of emergency care experience who wish to specialise in high-acuity clinical environments and advance their careers through evidence-based practice.
Overview
This Master of Science in Nursing – Emergency Care at the University of Galway is designed for registered nurses seeking to deepen their skills in emergency healthcare. The programme combines online learning, hands-on workshops, high-fidelity simulations, and clinical placements to enhance critical thinking and clinical competence. Participants will engage in interprofessional collaboration to deliver expert emergency nursing care in fast-paced environments. The curriculum balances theoretical knowledge with practical experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles in emergency care settings. Applicants must be practicing nurses with relevant clinical experience to qualify.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical skills in emergency care through hands-on workshops and simulations.
- Engage in interprofessional learning to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams in high-pressure environments.
- Apply critical thinking and evidence-based practice to deliver expert emergency nursing care.
- Participate in clinical placements to gain real-world experience in emergency care settings.
- Complete online learning modules to expand theoretical knowledge in emergency nursing.
- Contribute to the advancement of emergency care through research-informed practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours Bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) in nursing or a comparable qualification. Alternatively, successful completion of a Level 9 module within the previous two years for applicants without an honours degree.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc) in Nursing – Emergency Care
Language: English (proficiency at a level appropriate for academic study and clinical practice in Ireland)
Instruction: English
- Registration as a nurse on the General Nurse division of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Minimum of six months’ post-registration clinical experience (excluding post-registration courses).
- Current employment in emergency care with at least six months of clinical experience in this specialist area.
- Must be a registered nurse on the General Nurse division of the NMBI register.
- Must have six months’ post-registration clinical experience (excluding post-registration courses).
- Must currently work in emergency care with six months’ clinical experience in this area.
- Applicants without an honours degree must demonstrate completion of a Level 9 module within the previous two years.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the University of Galway’s official online portal. Required documents include a CV, proof of registration with NMBI, evidence of clinical experience, and academic transcripts. Additional materials may be requested based on individual eligibility.
- CV
- Proof of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Evidence of clinical experience (e.g., employment verification)
- Academic transcripts (honours degree or Level 9 module completion proof)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
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