Overview

The Ophthalmic Nursing programme from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland aims to assist you in taking a leading role in advancing and developing nursing and midwifery in this area, and effecting policy change in professional practice and health service provision.

The programme is delivered part-time over one-year; with an option to complete the programme over a period of up to three years if necessary.

Once you have successfully completed this postgraduate diploma you may decide to progress to Year 2 of the Masters in Science (MSc) Nursing, in your chosen specialist area.

Learning outcomes

This programme will provide you with the skills and knowledge to:

Demonstrate knowledge of standard and specialised ophthalmic skills (where applicable) in relation to nursing practice/management of patients suffering from anterior ocular segment conditions.

Discuss and demonstrate an understanding of clinically applied anatomy and physiology of the cornea, aqueous system, uveal tract and lens.

Evaluate, recognise and explain the common symptomatology of the pathology of the aforementioned ocular structures.

Discuss and identify and explain the diagnostic investigations relevant to disorders affecting the aforementioned ocular structures.

Discuss, identify and explain the diagnostic investigations relevant to disorders affecting the aforementioned ocular structures.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced Research Methods

Advanced Leadership - Professional & Clinical

Clinical Practicum - Advanced Refection and Competence

Nursing Practice/Management of Patients suffering from Anterior Ocular Segment Conditions

Nursing Practice/Management of Patients suffering from Posterior Ocular Segment Conditions

Nursing Practice/Management of Patients suffering from External Ocular Conditions

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-10 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Public Health Nursing Health Sciences View 74 other Masters in Nursing in Ireland

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Be an active RGN with the Opens in new windowNMBI.

Hold a NFQ level 8 qualification such as a BSc or equivalent.

Be currently working in the speciality area.

Tuition Fee

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International

6875 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6875 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

6875 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6875 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Dublin

1100 - 1800 EUR /month

Living costs

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Ophthalmic Nursing.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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