Limerick,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Nursing - Palliative Care in Limerick Ireland | University of Limerick
University of Limerick
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Limerick Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
7,500
(c. USD8,707.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MSc Nursing (Palliative Care) program is designed to help registered nurses caring for patients with terminal illnesses expand their professional knowledge and clinical expertise. This specialized curriculum emphasizes compassionate support for palliative care patients and their loved ones while enabling nurses to build upon their existing qualifications. Through critical analysis and skill development, participants will gain the competencies needed for evolving nursing roles. Completing the first year (Graduate Diploma) qualifies graduates for Clinical Nurse Specialist positions, while finishing the second year (MSc) prepares them for Advanced Nursing Practice roles. The program encourages evidence-based practice improvements through research exploration and fosters advanced critical thinking and reflective abilities. Participants will cultivate professional excellence and demonstrate superior competency in implementing and evaluating cutting-edge palliative care practices.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A registered nurse on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
Be engaged in practice as a registered nurse for at least one year
Students would normally possess a primary degree (Minimum 2.2) or show evidence of recognized prior learning (RPL) as outlined in the (RPL) policy of the university
Students are required to be working in a practice setting where there are patients with pallitive care needs, for the duration of the programme
Garda Clerance is also required for this programme.
The MSc in Nursing (Palliative Care) will be offered as a full-time programme but taken on a part-time basis over two years with the option of an exit award on completion of year 1 (Graduate Diploma). Students can also opt to progress to year two for the MSc award having attained a minimum QCA of 2.00 at the end of year one.
Standard Degree Applicants/ Include with your application
Full degree transcript and certificates/awards
Copy of current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland registration certificate
Clinical Practice Environment Self-Assessment Audit Declaration
A copy of the birth certificate (Long Document)
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
English language competency certificate
IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any component.
TOEFL- (paper based) - 580.
TOEFL- (internet based) - 90.
Be engaged in practice as a registered nurse for at least one year
Students would normally possess a primary degree (Minimum 2.2) or show evidence of recognized prior learning (RPL) as outlined in the (RPL) policy of the university
Students are required to be working in a practice setting where there are patients with pallitive care needs, for the duration of the programme
Garda Clerance is also required for this programme.
The MSc in Nursing (Palliative Care) will be offered as a full-time programme but taken on a part-time basis over two years with the option of an exit award on completion of year 1 (Graduate Diploma). Students can also opt to progress to year two for the MSc award having attained a minimum QCA of 2.00 at the end of year one.
Standard Degree Applicants/ Include with your application
Full degree transcript and certificates/awards
Copy of current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland registration certificate
Clinical Practice Environment Self-Assessment Audit Declaration
A copy of the birth certificate (Long Document)
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
English language competency certificate
IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any component.
TOEFL- (paper based) - 580.
TOEFL- (internet based) - 90.
Tuition
EUR
7,500