MSc in Specialist Nursing (Adult Chronic Disease Management & Women's Health)
A master’s programme for registered nurses and midwives to advance expertise in specialist nursing fields.
Best for:Best for registered nurses or midwives with at least one year of post-registration experience who wish to specialise in Adult Chronic Disease Management or Women’s Health while maintaining their professional roles.
Overview
This Master of Science in Specialist Nursing at Dublin City University is designed for qualified nurses and midwives seeking to deepen their expertise in either Adult Chronic Disease Management or Women’s Health. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience, requiring applicants to be currently employed in their specialist area and supported by their employer to complete clinical practicums. It is structured as a part-time, blended-learning programme, allowing professionals to continue working while advancing their careers. The focus is on evidence-based practice, clinical skills, and leadership in nursing specialties, with a strong emphasis on hands-on training and workplace integration.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical skills in your chosen specialist area (Adult Chronic Disease Management or Women’s Health).
- Engage in evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes in your field of expertise.
- Complete a clinical practicum with support from your employer, ensuring hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance clinical decision-making and patient care.
- Participate in theoretical and practical modules to deepen your understanding of specialist nursing principles.
- Contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge through research and clinical innovation.
Requirements
Degree required: A Level 8 Honours Degree (NFQ) with a minimum second-class honours grade (H2.2) or equivalent, preferably in a relevant nursing or midwifery discipline.
Degree offered: MSc in Specialist Nursing
Language: English (proficiency at a level suitable for academic study and clinical practice in Ireland).
Instruction: English
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) in one of the specified divisions (General Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Intellectual Disability Nursing, Children’s Nursing, or Midwifery).
- At least 12 months of full-time post-registration experience (or equivalent part-time experience).
- Current employment in the specialist area/setting with a minimum of 19.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE).
- Ability to secure written support from your line manager for completing clinical practicum hours.
- Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) in one of the specified divisions.
- Minimum of 12 months full-time (or equivalent part-time) post-registration experience.
- Currently employed in the specialist area with employer support for clinical practicum hours.
- Employment of at least 19.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE).
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How to apply
Applicants must apply directly through the Dublin City University online application portal. The process typically involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of registration with NMBI, evidence of employment, a line manager’s support letter for clinical practicum hours, and a personal statement outlining your motivation and relevant experience.
- CV or résumé
- Official academic transcripts (Level 8 Honours Degree)
- Proof of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Written evidence from line manager confirming support for clinical practicum hours
- Proof of current employment (minimum 19.5 hours per week)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
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