Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Oncology and Haematology) in Galway Ireland | University of Galway

This program is tailored for registered general nurses seeking to specialize in oncology nursing.
Participants must complete clinical practice in an approved Irish healthcare facility, typically at their current workplace. Additional placements may be necessary to fulfill the program's educational requirements. All candidates enroll in a full-time, one-year Postgraduate Diploma. Upon successfully completing both theoretical and clinical components, graduates receive a Postgraduate Diploma, with those achieving at least a 60% average eligible to apply for the second year of the MSc program.
The program utilizes a blended learning model, combining 12 days of in-person workshops with online instruction. A minimum of 500 clinical hours (reduced from the previously required 1,000 hours per NMBI guidance) must be completed before graduation.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
With its clinical emphasis, the course provides specialized skill development. The blended format integrates digital and in-person learning, offering working professionals flexible study options. This NMBI-approved program combines academic rigor with practical relevance.

Career Prospects
Alumni have secured advanced positions nationally and internationally, including clinical nurse specialist roles and oncology research positions.