Master of Science in Nursing
Advance your nursing expertise and clinical leadership with this part-time master's programme for registered professionals.
Best for:Best for registered nurses seeking advanced clinical knowledge and professional career development.
Overview
The MSc in Nursing at the University of Limerick equips registered healthcare practitioners with advanced knowledge, clinical skills, and evidence-based methodologies to elevate patient care standards across the healthcare continuum. Designed specifically for working practitioners, the curriculum is delivered part-time over two years with a flexible blended format. Students gain critical competencies in contemporary nursing practice, with the option to secure a Graduate Diploma upon completing the first year or progress directly to the full master's award.
What you'll do
- Engage in evidence-based modules designed to promote excellence in professional nursing practice
- Participate in blended learning activities combining online coursework and clinical practice application
- Complete academic assessments and coursework across the curriculum over a two-year period
- Synthesize research and clinical evidence to improve patient care outcomes across the healthcare continuum
- Meet academic progression requirements, including achieving the minimum required QCA at the end of year one
Requirements
Degree required: Primary degree (minimum 2.2) or evidence of recognized prior learning (RPL)
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Active registration on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Demonstrated clinical nursing experience and professional competencies
- Ability to engage with evidence-based academic literature and research
- Commitment to balancing professional practice with part-time postgraduate study
- Must be a registered nurse on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the University of Limerick graduate studies admissions portal. Ensure all documentation regarding professional registration and prior academic qualifications is prepared according to institutional guidelines.
- CV
- Primary degree transcripts
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland registration proof
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