MSc Nursing Full-time
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc Nursing course is designed for registered nurses with an undergraduate degree, building on your existing knowledge and experience to deepen your skills in critical enquiry, evidence-based practice, and research. The course is aligned with the four pillars of advanced practice outlined by the Royal College of Nursing and the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England. You’ll develop as a confident leader, equipped to drive change and continuous improvement in healthcare settings.
With flexible study options and academic support, you can tailor parts of the course to match your own professional interests. Everything you learn is grounded in the current needs of the NHS and other healthcare employers. A master’s degree in nursing is increasingly essential for advanced roles.
The MSc Nursing can help you move into senior clinical, management, or education positions – both in the UK and internationally. You’ll graduate with a broader understanding of heal
Key highlights
- Designed for registered nurses holding an undergraduate degree
- Aligned with Royal College of Nursing four pillars of advanced practice
- Mapped to England's multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice
- Develops critical enquiry, evidence-based practice and research skills
- Builds leadership skills to drive change in healthcare settings
- Flexible options let you tailor parts to professional interests
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Senior Staff Nurse
- Nurse Manager
- Nurse Educator
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,000 per year | International: £19,000 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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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