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64 Master's degrees in Nursing in Ireland
Embarking on a Nursing programme in Ireland presents a wealth of opportunities for international students. The tuition fees for Nursing programmes in Ireland vary, with the lower-end fee at €3,600 and the higher-end fee at €22,970. The typical tuition fee, which represents the median cost, is €13,120. It's important for prospective students to consider these figures when planning their education budget.
Ireland offers a range of affordable Nursing programmes, with 1% of programmes falling into this category. This variety ensures that students have options that align with their financial plans. Additionally, 56% of Nursing programmes in Ireland are available online, providing flexibility for those who may need to balance studies with other commitments.
The commitment of Irish universities to Nursing education is evident, with 15% of universities in Ireland offering Nursing programmes. This widespread availability means that students have a good chance of finding a programme that meets their needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for a traditional campus experience or the convenience of online learning, Ireland's Nursing programmes cater to a diverse range of student needs.

Advanced Practice (Nursing or Midwifery)
This Advanced Practice (Nursing or Midwifery) course offered by University College Cork is designed to prepare nurses and midwives to practice at a higher level of capability in independent, autonomous, and expert practice, that is innovative, flexible, and patient-centred.

Perioperative Nursing
This Perioperative Nursing degree delivered by University of Galway blends advanced clinical knowledge with practical experience to prepare you for leadership roles in surgical and perioperative settings. You will develop expertise in patient assessment, surgical interventions, and evidence-based perioperative care.

Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
The Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programme of the University of Galway enables students to complete this postgraduate qualification fully online. The course equips students with the knowledge and skills required to make meaningful contributions to cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation practice.

Advanced Practice Midwifery
The aim of the Advanced Practice Midwifery degree delivered by University of Galway is to enable experienced registered midwives to develop an expert knowledge base.

Nursing (Oncology)
This Nursing (Oncology) degree course from University College Cork is offered in a blended learning format (part-online and part-attendance at workshops/tutorials) and is designed to meet the needs of nurses working in oncology settings who wish to undergo a specialist oncology course.

Nursing (Non-EU Applicants)
The Nursing (Non-EU Applicants) degree delivered by the University College Cork gives nurses from outside the European Union the opportunity to study in Ireland. A major objective of the programme is to enable students to further develop their undergraduate knowledge, skills, and attributes.

Adolescent Health
The Adolescent Health at University of Galway, explores the unique challenges and opportunities that are faced by adolescents as they transition from childhood to adulthood, enhancing graduates working relationships with adolescents, increasing their understanding of the needs of this age group, and equipping them with knowledge and skills that are uniquely required for working with adolescents.

Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine
The Masters in Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine offered by University of Galway is an attractive course for both clinical and non-clinical professionals in the medical, biomedical engineering and medical device development industry.

Healthcare Quality Improvement (Online)
The Healthcare Quality Improvement (Online) programme from University College Cork Online is an exciting, contemporary, degree for healthcare professionals, offering a flexible mode of learning while continuing to work.

Public Health Nursing
The Public Health Nursing degree delivered at University of Galway is for registered nurses who wish to pursue a career in public health nursing. It provides supportive, interactive and engaging learning to develop the skills and knowledge required to register and practice as a Public Health Nurse.

Nursing - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year Nursing - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Emergency Care
The Emergency Care degree delivered by University of Galway prepares registered nurses to excel in the fast-paced world of emergency care through a dynamic blend of online learning, expert-led workshops, interprofessional high-fidelity simulation, and clinical practice- sharpening knowledge, skills, and critical thinking to deliver expert emergency nursing care.

Nursing in Leadership and Quality Healthcare
The Nursing in Leadership and Quality Healthcare programme at the Technological University of the Shannon is aimed at graduate nurses who wish to advance their academic and professional development.

Public Health Nursing
The Public Health Nursing degree delivered by the University College Cork provides a world-class environment for cutting-edge research to prepare tomorrow’s nurses to shape and advance health care practices through research and education.

Nurse or Midwife Prescribing
This Nurse or Midwife Prescribing degree delivered by University College Cork will give you the theoretical and practical knowledge to be competent in medication management. This NFQ Level 8 Special Purpose Award complies with the statutory, professional and interdisciplinary framework for the development of expertise in the area of prescriptive authority.

Nursing Education
The Nursing Education degree delivered by University of Galway aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become effective teachers/facilitators of student/client learning in both higher education and clinical settings.

Medical and Surgical Nursing
The Medical and Surgical Nursing course delivered by the University College Cork recognises the need for specialist postgraduate education to assist general nurses in meeting the challenges of increased levels of patient acuity, along with ethical and patient-safety challenges in medical-surgical settings.

Acute Medicine
This Acute Medicine degree delivered at University of Galway aims to meet the educational needs of nurses working in an acute medical unit (AMU, AMAU, MAU), short stay unit or equivalent which cares for patients with acute medical conditions.

Children's Palliative Care - Complex Care
The Children's Palliative Care - Complex Care degree offered at University of Galway is facilitated by both the teaching teams at NUI Galway and UCD. The programme designed for Registered Nurses working with children and adolescents with complex or life limiting conditions.

Nursing - Neonatology Nursing
The Nursing - Neonatology Nursing Postgraduate Nursing Diploma/Masters program is offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery at University College Cork. This program is a pathway of the MSc/Postgraduate Nursing Diploma.