MSc Advanced Practice
A specialized master's programme for registered nurses and midwives to advance their clinical practice and leadership skills.
Best for:Best for registered nurses and midwives with clinical experience seeking to advance their practice and leadership capabilities.
Overview
The MSc in Advanced Practice at Ulster University is designed for experienced healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their clinical expertise and deliver holistic, high-quality care. This programme focuses on developing advanced practitioner competencies through a combination of academic study and extensive clinical practice learning. Students are expected to be currently employed in a clinical setting, as the curriculum requires active engagement with a practice environment and the support of a qualified supervisor. The course aims to prepare graduates to take on more complex roles within healthcare services, improving outcomes for both patients and the wider health system.
What you'll do
- Engage in 258 to 270 days of practice learning throughout the two-year programme.
- Develop and maintain a portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievement of advanced practitioner competencies.
- Collaborate with a designated Practice Assessor or Supervisor in a clinical setting.
- Complete academic modules at Level 7 to meet the requirements for the MSc award.
- Ensure clinical practice aligns with the governance arrangements of the employing organization.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree with at least 2:2 Honours or equivalent.
Degree offered: MSc
Language: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent.
Instruction: English
- Current registration as a nurse or midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Minimum of one year of recent post-registration clinical experience in the relevant field.
- Access to a clinical area that facilitates the achievement of advanced practitioner competencies.
- Confirmation of an appropriately qualified Practice Assessor or Supervisor.
- Agreement from the employing organization regarding governance arrangements.
- Must be a registered nurse or midwife.
- Must have an Access NI check completed within the last three years.
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How to apply
Applications are submitted directly through the Ulster University portal. It is recommended to apply at least two weeks before the intended start date to allow for review and pre-enrolment tasks.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of professional registration
- Evidence of clinical experience
- Access NI check confirmation
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