Health and Care (Nursing and Midwifery)
Course overview
• Specialised online modules designed for nurses and midwives developing complex research proposals relevant to contemporary nursing and midwifery practice. • Profession-focused research training with modules created specifically for the skills required in nursing and midwifery research. • Extensive digital learning resources including readings, activities and guided pathways that help you master essential research techniques. • Active learning community with online discussion boards, tutor support and engagement with fellow nursing and midwifery researchers. • A strong pathway to doctoral study, including eligibility for advanced standing on our Doctorate in Health and Social Care Practice (DPrac). • Trimester 1 (September): Quantitative Skills in Health and Care Research (20 credits). Launch of the Independent Research Project (80 credits) running throughout the two-year programme.
Key highlights
- Specialised online modules for nurses and midwives developing research proposals
- Research training built around skills needed in nursing and midwifery
- Digital resources with readings, activities and guided research pathways
- Online learning community with discussion boards and tutor support
- Eligibility for advanced standing on a professional doctorate programme
- 80-credit independent research project running across both years
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Nurse researcher
- Clinical research nurse
- Research midwife
- Advanced nurse practitioner
- Nurse lecturer
- Clinical nurse specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,080 per year | International: £1,080 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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