Master of Science in Perioperative Practice
Specialise in advanced perioperative nursing with a focus on surgical care and leadership in clinical settings.
Best for:Best for registered nurses with at least six months of clinical experience in perioperative settings who seek to advance their careers through specialised training and leadership development.
Overview
This Master of Science programme is designed for registered nurses seeking to specialise in perioperative practice. It combines advanced clinical knowledge with hands-on experience to prepare graduates for leadership roles in surgical and perioperative environments. The curriculum emphasises patient assessment, surgical interventions, and evidence-based perioperative care. Applicants should have relevant clinical experience and professional support from their workplace. The programme aims to equip nurses with the expertise needed to excel in specialist roles, enhance professional practice, or engage in research within perioperative settings.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical expertise in perioperative patient care and surgical interventions.
- Apply evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes in surgical settings.
- Engage in hands-on clinical training to enhance skills in patient assessment and perioperative management.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to lead perioperative care initiatives and improve clinical workflows.
- Contribute to research or professional development projects within the perioperative field.
- Demonstrate leadership and professionalism in perioperative nursing roles.
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)
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants with a nursing degree in Ireland).
Instruction: English
- Registration as a nurse on the General 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 a perioperative (theatre) setting with at least six months’ clinical experience.
- Written support from the Director of Nursing for the duration of the programme.
- Must be a registered nurse on the General division of the NMBI register.
- Must have at least six months’ post-registration clinical experience in a perioperative setting.
- Must provide written support from the Director of Nursing for the programme duration.
- Applicants without an honours degree must have completed a Level 9 module within the last two years.
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through the University of Galway’s official application portal. The process involves submitting a CV, proof of registration with NMBI, evidence of clinical experience, a written statement of support from the Director of Nursing, and academic transcripts. Additional documentation may be required based on individual eligibility criteria.
- CV
- Proof of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Written evidence of support from the Director of Nursing
- Academic transcripts (honours degree or Level 9 module completion proof)
- Evidence of six months’ post-registration clinical experience in a perioperative setting
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