Direct Entry Master of Nursing Studies (Year 2)
Accelerated leadership programme for experienced nursing professionals seeking advanced clinical practice expertise.
Best for:Best for experienced nursing professionals with a Higher Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery seeking to advance their careers through leadership and advanced clinical practice roles.
Overview
This direct-entry Master of Nursing Studies programme at University College Cork is designed for qualified nursing practitioners who wish to advance their careers by developing leadership and scholarly skills in complex healthcare environments. Open to applicants with prior nursing qualifications, it offers a part-time, 30-credit pathway to Year 2 of the master’s degree, enabling professionals to transition into advanced clinical roles. The curriculum integrates professional development with evidence-based practice, preparing graduates to lead in clinical settings. Applicants must demonstrate prior nursing experience and meet specific academic criteria, including completion of a Higher Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery within the last five years. The programme also considers applicants with equivalent international qualifications through a rigorous review process.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical skills and leadership competencies in complex healthcare environments.
- Engage in scholarly practice to enhance evidence-based decision-making in nursing.
- Collaborate with peers and healthcare professionals to improve clinical practice standards.
- Complete coursework and assessments focused on advanced nursing theory and practice.
- Participate in professional development activities to prepare for leadership roles in healthcare.
Requirements
Degree required: Higher Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery, or Public Health Nursing completed within the previous 5 academic years OR an honours primary degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or equivalent with a pass in the Higher Diploma/Postgraduate Diploma examination.
Degree offered: Master of Nursing Studies (Year 2)
Language: English; university-approved proficiency level for non-native speakers
Instruction: English
- Proven experience as a registered nurse or midwife
- Ability to demonstrate academic proficiency in nursing-related subjects
- Strong commitment to professional and scholarly development in healthcare
- Applicants must have completed a Higher Diploma/Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery within the last 5 years OR hold an honours primary degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or equivalent.
- Applicants with qualifications from outside Ireland must meet equivalent academic standards.
- Exceptional cases may be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) following review by the programme committee.
- International/Non-EU applicants must adhere to specific application procedures and deadlines.
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How to apply
Deadline: Open until all places have been filled or no later than 30 June (EU applicants) / 15 June (Non-EU applicants) · open until filled
Applicants must submit their application through the University College Cork’s official postgraduate application portal. Required documents include academic transcripts, proof of prior nursing qualifications, a statement of purpose, and proof of English language proficiency if applicable. Early application is strongly advised due to the rolling admissions process.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Higher Diploma/Postgraduate Diploma or honours primary degree)
- Proof of prior nursing qualifications
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- Reference letters (if required by the programme committee)
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