Overview
Adult Nursing degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is the first of its kind in Scotland that is underpinned by Masters' level education. This will enable you to become a highly educated nurse with longer term potential for roles in areas such as
- management
- leadership
- consultancy
- educational
- research
Placement Opportunities
Practice learning experiences are available in one of five West of Scotland health boards:- NHS Ayrshire and Arran
- NHS Dumfries and Galloway
- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
- NHS Lanarkshire
- NHS Highland (Argyle & Bute)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Completion of Part 3 NMC practice hours
- Evidence of achievement of the NMC Essential Skills Clusters
- Pass Practice Learning Experience clinical assessments in PLE 3.1 and PLE 3.2
- Sign Off Mentor has declared achievement of the required NMC Standards of Competence
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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International- The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 1039 other Masters in Public Health in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
You must:
- possess an appropriate Ordinary bachelor's degree in biological, health, social science, nursing or related subject obtained within five years
- be able to provide an academic reference, as well as copies of your formal university transcript and award certificate
You should also demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy*; In terms of Scottish qualifications, Maths* should be at least:
- SQA National 5 (Grade C, or above) or
- SQA Intermediate 2 (Grade C, or above) or
- SQA Standard Grade (Credit)
Tuition Fee
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International
16400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16400 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 24 months.
For Scottish students, cost of study per year is 1,820£
Living costs for Hamilton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.