Nursing - Advancing Child Health and Wellbeing Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The Nursing - Advancing Child Health and Wellbeing at Trinity College Dublin is designed to strengthen the essential knowledge and professional attitudes required to advance care for infants, young people, and their families. This academic programme provides a deep exploration of child health perspectives alongside contemporary issues in modern wellbeing. Students are encouraged to apply theoretical learning to promote excellence across primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare services.

This course is specifically tailored for registered nurses who wish to develop their expertise in research methods, management, and clinical leadership.

Why Nursing - Advancing Child Health and Wellbeing at Trinity College Dublin?

Choosing to study at Trinity College Dublin places students within Ireland’s leading university, which is ranked in the top 50 worldwide for nursing. The School of Nursing & Midwifery provides a robust research environment, supported by dedicated centres such as the Trinity Research in Childhood Centre. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates digital health and ethics, ensuring graduates are prepared for the complexities of modern paediatric healthcare environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 22990 per year
• European fee: EUR 11480 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around core modules and specialist subjects that address the impact of adversity and the delivery of integrated care. Modules may include:

• Childhood Adversity
• Advancing Care Closer to Home
• Integrated Care Delivery for the Child and Family
• Digital Health
• Theory and Practice of Enquiry Methods for Healthcare
• Ethics and Law in Health and Social Care
• Dissertation

The delivery of the programme is designed to accommodate working professionals. The first year typically begins with an intensive week of classes in September, followed by scheduled sessions once or twice per week. Students pursuing the full Master's qualification will also engage in research workshops and complete a substantial dissertation under academic supervision.

Careers with Nursing - Advancing Child Health and Wellbeing

Graduates of this programme are equipped to take on senior roles within the healthcare sector, focusing on the improvement of child health outcomes. The advanced skills gained in leadership, enquiry methods, and management allow professionals to influence policy and practice within their organisations. Many alumni progress into clinical specialist roles, healthcare management, or academic research, contributing to the development of paediatric nursing standards both in Ireland and internationally.