University of Derby

General Practice Nursing

University of Derby

Course overview

• Fully online delivery – study around your clinical practice • Flexible optional modules – tailor learning to your professional goals and local population needs • International learning community – benefit from cross-cultural perspectives that enhance service delivery • Designed by experienced General Practice Nurses – evidence-informed and practice-focused • Innovative, interactive teaching and assessment – supportive virtual learning environment • Emphasis on clinical autonomy and leadership confidence

Key highlights

  • Fully online delivery so you can study around clinical practice
  • Optional modules tailored to professional goals and local population needs
  • International learning community offering cross-cultural perspectives on service delivery
  • Designed by experienced General Practice Nurses with a practice-focused approach
  • Interactive teaching and assessment within a supportive virtual learning environment
  • Builds clinical autonomy and confidence in leadership

Entry requirements

Designed by experienced General Practice Nurses – evidence-informed and practice-focused A Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or Diploma / Advanced Diploma with evidence of additional level 6 (Undergraduate) study within the past five years Copies of certificates and transcripts or a letter of testimony for previous qualifications*

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% 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 £1,000
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports 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

  • General Practice Nurse
  • Senior Practice Nurse
  • Lead Practice Nurse
  • Advanced Nurse Practitioner
  • Community Nurse

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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