Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Medicine
A flexible, blended-learning Master's programme designed for nurses working in acute medical settings.
Best for:Best for registered nurses currently employed in acute medical units seeking advanced clinical specialization.
Overview
The Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Medicine at the University of Galway is a specialized programme tailored for nursing professionals currently working in acute care environments. Utilizing a blended learning model, the course combines online study with face-to-face sessions to accommodate the schedules of full-time working nurses. Students are expected to integrate their clinical practice with academic study, completing 500 hours of clinical work and passing two clinical competencies. The programme holds category 2 approval from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
What you'll do
- Engage in a blended learning curriculum combining online and face-to-face instruction.
- Maintain active employment in an acute medical, assessment, or short-stay unit throughout the programme.
- Complete a minimum of 500 clinical hours in an approved acute medical setting.
- Successfully pass two designated clinical competencies.
- Integrate advanced nursing theory into daily clinical practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours bachelor’s degree at NFQ Level 8 in nursing or a comparable qualification.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English proficiency required for academic and clinical practice.
Instruction: English
- Current employment as a nurse in an Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Acute Medical Assessment Unit (AMAU), or equivalent.
- Minimum of six months of clinical experience in an acute setting within the last two years.
- Written evidence of support from a Director of Nursing and clinical unit manager.
- Ability to meet clinical competency requirements as defined by the programme director.
- Must hold an honours bachelor’s degree (Level 8) or demonstrate completion of a Level 9 module within the last two years if the degree is not at the required level.
- Must be currently working in a clinical area relevant to the programme.
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How to apply
Applicants should submit their application through the university's online portal. Ensure all supporting documentation, including evidence of clinical support, is prepared prior to submission.
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of support from Director of Nursing
- Evidence of support from clinical unit manager
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