MSc Nursing Studies Adult Pre-registration
Course overview
The Glasgow Caledonian University MSc Nursing Studies Adult (Pre-registration) is an innovative programme designed for graduates from any academic background who wish to become nurses. This course focuses on equipping students with advanced critical thinking and practical skills to deliver compassionate, competent, person-centred, effective, safe, and high-quality healthcare. Graduates are expected to significantly contribute to improving lives at individual, community, and global levels, working with health and social care professionals.
The programme balances theory and practice, with students undertaking eight placements in various community and acute settings within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and NHS Golden Jubilee National Hospital. Students actively participate in learning, utilising a virtual learning environment and a state-of-the-art interprofessional simulation suite to develop skills. Assessment methods are varied and include care studies, essays, reflective portfolios, examinations, presentations, and dissertations, encouraging in-depth analysis and evaluation. The course runs for 28 months full-time, and successful completion leads to eligibility for registration as a Registered Nurse – Adult Nursing (RN1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement, and two satisfactory references, one of which should be academic, are necessary, along with evidence of recent assessed study or relevant continuing professional development (CPD) activities within the last five years. Students have the option to upload their CVs to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need at least a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a subject other than adult nursing.
- They also require English and Maths at Standard Grade, GCSE, National 5 or equivalent.
- Evidence of digital literacy is also required.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from countries not on the NMC's list of accepted English-speaking countries must achieve an IELTS overall score of 7.0, with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in the other three components.
- The university accepts other test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL.
Scholarships
Chancellor Yunus Scholarship
GCU will cover £7,000 towards your tuition fee for the full-time MSc Social Innovation master's course commencing September 2025.
Up to £7,000GCU Postgraduate Ambassador Scholarship
New to GCU Regional Scholarship
£3,500 scholarship in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £3,500
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Nursing Studies Adult (Pre-registration) programme will be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse – Adult Nursing (RN1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). MSc graduates are expected to make a significant contribution to improving lives at an individual, community, and global level. Potential career opportunities include:
- Hospital-based Adult Nurse
- Community Adult Nurse
- Specialist Nurse roles (e.g., in critical care, palliative care)
- Public Health Nurse
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Researcher
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the MSc Nursing Studies Adult (Pre-registration) at Glasgow Caledonian University is £19,300.
Admission
Candidates submit their applications for this course directly to the university. You can speak to our trained advisors for help.
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