Derby,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Nursing (Adult) with NMC registration in Derby United Kingdom | University of Derby
University of Derby
|
Derby United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
14,900
(c. USD19,880.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Upon finishing this program, Newly Qualified Nurses will be evaluated as competent to practice in their selected specialty and equipped to provide advanced, innovative care across diverse healthcare environments. This program is rooted in a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care. It's an intensive two-year full-time degree designed for individuals holding a previous degree (minimum 2:2) who wish to fast-track their nursing registration. Applicants must also possess relevant work experience in a care setting, showcasing foundational skills essential for professional nursing registration. Your prior knowledge will enhance the learning experience, and combined with the program's curriculum, will qualify you for NMC registration upon meeting all requirements.
We take pride in addressing our region's healthcare staffing needs - our curriculum is tailored to the local healthcare landscape, with a focus on preparing graduates to serve as qualified nurses within the community. Choosing this program ensures you'll achieve all Future Nurse competencies and proficiencies outlined by the NMC (2018).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Education
Essential: Grade C (or Grade 4) maths and English (or equivalent)
Essential: Honours degree 2:2 or above
Desirable: Grade C science
Experience of education or study within the last five years is preferred
Work Experience
Essential: 450hrs of work experience* (equivalent to 12 full-time 37.5 hour weeks) in a service user context** obtained in the last five years
Desirable: Paid employment*you must be working within a contractual relationship this can be educational, employment or voluntary
**you must demonstrate you were working in a setting where you have personally supported the health and/or wellbeing needs of service users
In addition:
You will be expected to complete two electronic portfolios to evidence how your past experiences are relevant to a career in nursing, one practice portfolio to evidence your 450 hours of work experience, and one theory portfolio to evidence how your prior educational experience is relevant to nursing
Admission is subject to occupational health screening and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks
If English is not your first language you must have achieved an IELTS score of at least level 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skill area)
Essential: Grade C (or Grade 4) maths and English (or equivalent)
Essential: Honours degree 2:2 or above
Desirable: Grade C science
Experience of education or study within the last five years is preferred
Work Experience
Essential: 450hrs of work experience* (equivalent to 12 full-time 37.5 hour weeks) in a service user context** obtained in the last five years
Desirable: Paid employment*you must be working within a contractual relationship this can be educational, employment or voluntary
**you must demonstrate you were working in a setting where you have personally supported the health and/or wellbeing needs of service users
In addition:
You will be expected to complete two electronic portfolios to evidence how your past experiences are relevant to a career in nursing, one practice portfolio to evidence your 450 hours of work experience, and one theory portfolio to evidence how your prior educational experience is relevant to nursing
Admission is subject to occupational health screening and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks
If English is not your first language you must have achieved an IELTS score of at least level 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skill area)
Tuition
GBP
14,900