MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
Course overview
This programme is accredited by NHS England's Centre for Advancing Practice and is specifically built for healthcare professionals with experience. It helps them gain the skills required around the four main pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP): clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. The master's supports the contemporary workforce needs of healthcare and leads to a nationally approved qualification.
Learning focuses on enabling participants to become leaders who promote clinical effectiveness and patient-centred care using innovative treatment models. They will engage with complex clinical decision-making and be supported in expanding their current scope of practice. Assessment involves using a professional portfolio to demonstrate your progression and the translation of theory into practice.
Entry requirements
Candidates are to submit a personal statement, which discusses their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic or employer reference must also be submitted. Students have the choice of uploading their CVs together with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements
- Candidates need a 2.2 Honours Bachelor's degree in a relevant area of study to qualify for this master's programme.
- They must be registered UK healthcare professionals from any discipline with a record of offering high-quality healthcare. They should be working in a Band 7 clinical post, but those in a Band 6 post with sufficient experience will also be considered.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must meet the university's standard postgraduate English proficiency requirements, often needing a suitable score in an approved test. An IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any component is required.
Scholarships
Alumni Award
15% discount off the course tuition fee.
Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
The MSc Advanced Clinical Practice from the University of Gloucestershire prepares graduates for careers such as the following:
- Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
- Clinical Lead or Specialist
- Clinical Service Manager
- Service Improvement Lead
- Senior Specialist in a specific clinical area
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice at University of Gloucestershire £18,490. The tuition fees are subject to annual increases.
Admission
To apply for this course, visit the university's website. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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