MSc in Nursing
Birmingham, United Kingdom
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 29,340 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for international students I ยฃ10,530 for UK students
Introduction
This two-year postgraduate program leads to eligibility to register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council in either adult nursing or mental health nursing.
This programme will provide graduates meeting the entry requirements the opportunity to undertake a two-year postgraduate Master of Science degree in Nursing.
With a thorough grounding in concepts of health derived from the study of the biological and social sciences, professional studies and communication skills, you will develop the professional disciplinary knowledge and understanding of your preferred field of practice of nursing (adult or mental health). This is underpinned by the acquisition of the professional leadership and research skills you will need to practice and manage evidence-based person-centred care as a registered nurse.
Graduates of the MSc Nursing in Adult or Mental Health programme will have developed a critical understanding of a diverse and complex body of knowledge applied to and developed through nursing practice. Much of this knowledge will be contemporary and at the current boundaries of the discipline. The first year of the programme is focused on advanced nursing practice, developing the student's ability to deliver safe and compassionate care, with a focus on undertaking in-depth assessment and clinical decision-making, together with the evaluation of nursing practice.
Why study this course?
- Gain your Nursing and Midwifery Council professional registration in just two years
- Benefit from the opportunity to study at a global university at the heart of an ambitious city
- Gain experience treating patients from a wide range of different backgrounds and cultures in one of the UK's largest healthcare regions
- Your prior caregiving experience contributes to your clinical hours
- Nursing at Birmingham is ranked 14th in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2023
If you do not already have a degree, you may wish to consider ourย Undergraduate Nursingย (BNurs and MNurs) programmes.
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Scholarships and Funding
The University of Birmingham is proud to offer a range of scholarships for our postgraduate teaching and research programs. From cash payments to full tuition fee waivers, we are committed to alleviating financial barriers to support you in taking your next steps.
Our scholarships are intended to support both UK and International students undertaking a postgraduate taught or research program at the University of Birmingham. To help you afford your studies, weโve put more than ยฃ33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.
Curriculum
Year 1 - Part 1
- Advancing Health and Nursing Care
- Developing Nursing Practice (field-specific)
Year 1 - Part 2
- Research and Improvement Methods in Practice
- Co-ordinating Complex Nursing Care
- Nursing Practice Part 2 (non-credit bearing practice module in a field-specific placement)
Year 2 - Part 3
- Health and Social Care Enquiry
- Advancing Clinical Assessment in Urgent Nursing Care
- Leading and Managing Care Teams
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Career Opportunities
On graduation and qualification, you will have a highly regarded degree and eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) to practice as a Registered Nurse in the adult or mental health field.
Our graduates are highly valued and the majority seeking nursing positions have secured employment or pursued further career-related training on completing the programme. Many of our graduates stay in the Birmingham area and work in the NHS, others move on to take up appointments in the UK and overseas. There are many varied career opportunities for nursing in clinical practice, management, research and education. Extensive restructuring in nursing as a profession and within the NHS means that a good career structure is now in place.
Careers Network โ We can help you get ahead in the job market and develop your career
We recognise that as a postgraduate student, you are likely to have specific requirements when it comes to planning for your next career step. Employers expect postgraduates to have a range of skills that exceed their subject knowledge. Careers Network offers a range of events and support services that are designed for all students, including postgraduates looking to find their niche in the job market. The Careers Network also has specific careers consultants and advisers for each College so you can be assured the information you receive will be relevant to your subject area.
Program delivery
As a student at the University of Birmingham, you will learn from world-leading academics and researchers, as well as from your peers. From the outset, you will be encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner. We want you to be challenged and will encourage you to think for yourself.
You will be taught through a variety of different methods; face-to-face, online, in lectures, in seminars and also individual tutorials. Also, you will spend a minimum of 1800 hours in clinical practice, across six different placements. Placements will be both hospital-based and in the community in the Birmingham area. The course also uses a variety of different assessment strategies, reflecting the different needs of our learners. Students will be assessed by OSCEs, essays, exams, projects, posters, presentations and a dissertation.
You will have access to a comprehensive support system that will assist and encourage you, including personal tutors and welfare tutors who can help with both academic and welfare issues.
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.