Overview

Sharpen your decision-making and problem-solving ability and learn to meet the challenges of complex clinical situations in our PgD Advancing Practice in District Nursing with Specialist Practitioner Qualification.

Gain training to better meet the political and organisational demands of delivering care – and advance best practices in your field. Harness your commitment to the Common Good to make a meaningful difference at the local, national or global level. Prepare for a challenging and rewarding career as a specialist practitioner in a course that uses a variety of dynamic learning opportunities.

At GCU, we give you the tools you need to succeed. Join a thriving, open and diverse community with a shared belief in social responsibility.

The Advancing District Nursing Practice with Specialist Practitioner Qualification course from Glasgow Caledonian University complies with the standards of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for specialist education and practice as well as proficiency for nurse and midwife prescribers.

Graduate prospects

The PgD Advancing District Nursing practice with Specialist Practitioner Qualification course sets you up for success in an exciting new chapter of your career. All of our students are employed in the National Health Service (NHS); after graduation, our alumni generally pursue roles with NHS service providers that are commensurate with the professional qualification of Specialist Practitioner: District Nursing

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Research Methods

Advanced Clinical Assessment and Decision Making in Acute Care

Prescribing for Healthcare Practitioners

District Nurse Role in Supporting Anticipatory Care for Long-term Conditions

Leading District Nursing Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

121

IELTS

6

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

121

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum academic requirement:

BSc (Hons)/BSc.
The requirement to complete an enhanced CV.
One-year post RN community experience.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5750 GBP / year

≈ 5750 GBP / year

Additional Details

RUK: £5,750

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Glasgow

Funding

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