Advanced Professional Practice (MSc)
A specialised master’s programme for healthcare professionals to advance their practice and contribute to global health and social care improvement.
Best for:Best for healthcare professionals with a professional qualification in nursing, midwifery, or allied health seeking to specialise, advance their careers, and contribute to evidence-based practice improvements.
Overview
This MSc programme at Queen’s University Belfast offers nine specialist pathways for professionals in nursing, midwifery, and allied health and social care services. Designed to update and refine clinical expertise, it fosters shared learning among diverse backgrounds while enabling participants to enhance the quality and effectiveness of healthcare delivery worldwide. Students can choose a pathway or remain on the general programme, with admission to specialist tracks often requiring relevant work experience. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing graduates to lead evidence-based improvements in health and social care systems.
What you'll do
- Develop and refine clinical expertise through specialised pathways aligned with professional practice needs.
- Engage in shared learning with peers from diverse healthcare backgrounds to enhance collaborative practice.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to improve healthcare quality and effectiveness.
- Contribute to research and innovation within health and social care systems.
- Develop leadership skills to drive improvements in clinical practice and patient care.
- Participate in interdisciplinary projects aimed at addressing global health challenges.
Requirements
Degree required: Professional qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, or Allied Health and Social Care Services plus a relevant 2.2 Honours degree or above (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University). Applicants with a 3rd Class Honours degree plus Level 7 Postgraduate study may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants from professional backgrounds in Ireland or UK; no explicit test requirement mentioned)
Instruction: English
- Professional qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, or Allied Health and Social Care Services
- Relevant work experience in a healthcare-related field for specialist pathway admission
- Ability to engage in evidence-based practice and critical reflection
- Commitment to improving healthcare quality and patient outcomes
- Open to Irish and UK applicants only; international applicants must apply to the MSc Global Advanced Professional Practice instead
- No age restrictions mentioned
- No residency restrictions beyond eligibility criteria
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-20 (Europe/Dublin)
Applicants must submit their application through the university’s official portal. Required documents include a CV, academic transcripts, professional qualifications, and a personal statement. For applicants not meeting standard entry requirements, contacting the Programme Co-ordinator for advice is recommended. Further details on the application process are available on the university’s course webpage.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (2.2 Honours degree or above)
- Professional qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, or Allied Health and Social Care Services
- Personal statement
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Reference letters (if required)
Contact
Programme Co-ordinator· Advanced Professional Practice Programme Coordinator
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