Specialist Community Practitioner MSc PGDip
University of BrightonBrighton: Falmer, United Kingdom
Course overview
The University of Brighton is at the heart of our city’s reputation as a welcoming, forward-thinking place which leads the way when it comes to the arts, music, sustainability and creative technology. Brighton is home to a thriving creative community and a digital sector that contributes over £1bn a year to the local economy – about as much as tourism.
Key highlights
- Specialist pathways in general practice nursing or district nursing
- Designed around NMC requirements for specialist community practice
- Studied with protected learning time and student status in practice
- Practice support provided throughout the programme
- Prior learning of up to 40 credits may count towards award
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
Scholarships
Change Studentship
The award covers postgraduate Home/UK course fees (£9,250 GBP for 2025–26), and travel expenses to access a mentoring programme organised by the university.
Vice-Chancellor International Postgraduate Scholarship
Our Vice-Chancellor international postgraduate scholarships of £2,500 are automatically granted to students from specific regions.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- District Nurse
- General Practice Nurse
- Specialist Community Practitioner
- Community Nursing Team Leader
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Cost of study
UK/Home: See: https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-finance/index.aspx | International: See: https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-finance/index.aspx
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 Brighton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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