MSc in Nursing for Non-EU Applications Open: University College Cork (UCC) – Deadline: June 2024
Course Outline
This MSc in Nursing (for Non-EU applicants) is a full-time programme taken over 12 months commencing in September of each year. It is designed to provide international students from outside Ireland and the EU (ie non-EU applicants) and from a range of different nursing backgrounds with a non-clinical Master’s degree. The program is non-clinical, comprising theory modules only.
The programme is divided into two parts with a total of 90 credits:
- Part I comprises theory modules up to 70 credits
- Part II comprises a Dissertation in Nursing (20 credits)
| Code | MSCNRI |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Year Full-time |
| Teaching Mode | Full-time |
| Qualifications | MSc |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Non-EU Closing Date | Open until all places have been filled or no later than 30 June. Early application is advised. |
| Start Date | 11 September 2024 |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this non-clinical pathway, you should be able to:
- exercise enhanced personal and professional competence through accountability and autonomy in professional practice;
- practice with greater insight into the research-base, ethical, socio-political, and professional underpinnings of nursing/midwifery and health care;
- demonstrate higher levels of judgment in the practice of nursing/midwifery through the generation of nursing knowledge for innovative nursing and midwifery practice;
- act as innovators and leaders in a chosen area and contribute to practice development and best practice;
- teach others from a broad and in-depth knowledge base, derived from critical reflection on nursing practice and the development of critical inquiry of disciplinary knowledge base in nursing and midwifery.
Course Fees:
Nursing (for Non-EU Applicants only) – MSc €19,300
Modules
- NU6070 Clinical Leadership in Practice Enhancement for Nursing and Midwifery (10 credits)
- NU6084 Clinical Examination Skills (10 credits)
- NU6085 Wound Care for Healthcare Professionals (5 credits)
- NU6152 Medical and Surgical Nursing of Individuals with Cardiorespiratory Problems (10 credits)
- NU6201 Personal and Professional Portfolio (10 credits)
- NU6202 The Principles and Methods of Evidence-Based Practice Healthcare (15 credits)
- NU6203 Challenges to Global Health, Ethical, Legal, Social and Cultural Perspectives (10 credits)
- NU6073 Dissertation in Nursing (20 credits)
Requirements
Applicants for the MSc in Nursing (Non-EU) should meet the following requirements:
Hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing Board/Statutory Body in their own country;
Hold a primary degree in nursing (Minimum 2nd class honours standard) Or hold a Higher/Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant nursing area;
If your first language is not English, you must provide current evidence (within 2 years) of Minimum English Language proficiency – the list of UCC-approved English language qualifications are available here on the UCC English Language Requirements page.
Non-Clinical Pathway: There are no specific post-registration practice requirements for applicants to this pathway, although some clinical experience in the area of interest is desirable.
Entry to this programme is highly competitive, and therefore applicants who present all required documentation at the time of application will be prioritised for processing.
1. Check Dates: Check the opening and closing dates for the application process in the fact file boxes at the top of the page.
2. Gather Documents: Scanned copies of supporting documents have to be uploaded to the UCC online application portal and include:
- Original qualification documents listed on your application including transcripts of results from institutions other than UCC.
- Any supplementary items requested for your course if required.
3. Apply Online: Apply online via the UCC online application portal. Note the majority of our courses have a non-refundable €50 application fee.
Any questions? Use our web enquiry form to contact us.
Available Scholarships
At UCC we support our student community by offering scholarships and prizes to prospective and current students. Please see the Scholarships & Prizes page for more information.
English Language Requirements
Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Vsit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.
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