Specialist Practice Community (District Nursing) PGDip
University of ChesterWheeler, Chester
Course overview
This Postgraduate Diploma offers practical support to qualified nurses in delivering advanced practice in a community setting and undertaking quality improvement or service evaluations. On completion of this course, students will have met the NMC requirements of an SPQ District Nurse and will feel confident in their ability to manage complex cases, deliver advanced practice interventions, deliver quality improvement, and evaluate changes made.
Key highlights
- Meets NMC requirements for Specialist Practitioner Qualification District Nurse
- Builds skills in managing complex cases in community settings
- Develops delivery of advanced practice interventions
- Includes undertaking quality improvement projects or service evaluations
- Prepares graduates to evaluate and lead changes in practice
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Careers this course leads to
- District Nurse
- District Nursing Sister
- Community Nursing Team Leader
- Community Matron
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Community)
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,090 for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees
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 Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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