Overview

The PG Cert Nursing at University of Essex Online introduces nurses to advanced clinical practice, healthcare management principles, and leadership skills. The programme covers patient safety, evidence-based nursing, healthcare policy, and professional development. Students apply knowledge through case studies and practical assignments.

Delivered fully online, the course provides flexibility for working nurses while offering rich interactive learning. The programme develops critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills essential for senior roles. It also serves as a stepping stone towards the PG Dip or MSc Nursing.

Career opportunities:

Graduates can pursue roles such as nurse educator, clinical coordinator, nursing supervisor, or healthcare practitioner in hospitals, clinics, and community healthcare settings.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Practice Portfolio

Evidence-based Decision Making in Practice

Healthcare Management: Principles and Practices

Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in the Management of Disease

Health Promotion

Healthcare Leadership in Practice

Diabetes: Prevention, Care and Management

Principles and Practices of Pain Management

Meeting the Needs of Vulnerable Patients

Infection Prevention and Quality Improvement

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-07-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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The deadline for completing applications is a week before the start date, but we recommend submitting your application in advance of your chosen intake

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Public Health Medicine Nursing View 48 other Masters in Nursing in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for the MSc nursing programme students must meet the following criteria as a minimum:

an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a health or social care related subject from an approved institution

working in clinical practice as a registered nurse or licensed to practice as a nurse with a nursing regulator or appropriate licensing board.

Students who do not have a degree may be eligible for entry and will be considered on an individual basis. In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for the PG Cert Nursing, you must meet the following criteria:

at least three years’ post qualification work experience as a registered nurse or licensed to practice as a nurse with a nursing regulator or appropriate licensing board, supported by appropriate references

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Tuition Fees

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4476 GBP / full

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4286 GBP / full

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