Stoke-on-Trent,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Nursing Practice (Adult) in Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire
University of Staffordshire
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Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,000
(c. USD25,387.23)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Nurses in various specialties play a crucial and distinctive role in helping individuals, families, and communities establish meaningful connections and create positive change. Our postgraduate Nursing program equips you with the skills to join this rewarding profession, built on care, compassion, communication, courage, competence, and commitment.
Upon graduation, you'll meet the Nursing & Midwifery Council's registration requirements, having developed the essential skills, knowledge, and values for nursing practice.
These accelerated Masters-level programs are designed for graduates from any field seeking nursing qualifications (Adult or Mental Health Nursing) and professional registration in just two years instead of three. You may also qualify for NHS bursary support.
Our teaching emphasizes values-based, person-centered care while addressing broader factors affecting patients' lives across all ages.
The curriculum aligns with the NMC's Future Nurse Standards (2018), combining 2,300 theory hours with 2,300 practice hours. Key features include:
Diverse clinical placements across various settings, including a 5-week elective of your choice.
Innovative learning methods like digital simulations, immersive scenarios, and high-tech mannequins. Dedicated simulation weeks let you safely practice skills before real-world application, preparing you for nursing challenges and enhancing employability.
Career Opportunities
This accelerated program enables degree holders from any field to obtain nursing qualifications and professional registration in about two years. Perfect for compassionate individuals seeking a meaningful career change.
Graduates of our Nursing Practice (Adult) MSc or Nursing Practice (Mental Health) MSc qualify for NMC registration, opening global opportunities. Many secure positions with our placement partners, with postgraduate study leading to higher-level roles.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All candidates must hold an Honours degree (Bachelor) at 2:2 or above. The following entry requirements apply to both UK and international applicants. All candidates must evidence 675 hours of practical experience (paid or unpaid) in a health care setting within the last five years which has been signed off by a UK-based current NMC registrant. You should have worked with this individual for a period of no less than 150 hours. This registrant should have also signed off your proficiencies detailed in the RPL portfolio. All candidates must produce evidence that is capable of being mapped to all Part 1 theory outcomes within your RPL portfolio. This includes recognition of your previous academic study and is equivalent to 500 of your theory hours. Candidates must have literacy and numeracy at level 2. You will also need undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a health check (via Occupational Health) to inform decisions regarding support and suitability for the course. However, disclosure of physical or mental health issues, or specific learning needs at any point of the recruitment process, will not affect whether you are offered a place on the course. Applicants who are not from the UK are required to have an English Qualification IELTs score of level 7 or above.
Tuition
GBP
19,000