Nursing - International - Kerry
The MSc in Nursing (International) is constructed within the context of health, nursing and educational policy developments. These are congruent with the health based strategies of the Department of Health, with the professional based strategies of Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann, the previous National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery, the educational based strategies of Quality and Qualification Ireland. The programme facilitates professional planning and leadership for participants within clinical practice, within management, research and/or education.
All relevant University facilities are available together with the purpose built Sólás building which has excellent discussion and lecture rooms, practical skills suites, interpersonal skills, and computing laboratories. Blackboard and Facebook discussion boards and web-based reusable learning objects contribute to evolving and dynamic teaching and learning facilities at the University. A wide range of library facilities and database access provide the information resources for successful course completion.
Subjects taught
The aim of this MSc in Nursing (International) is to develop postgraduates with an advanced level of theoretical knowledge, leadership and research skills in nursing. These skills will enable learners to become leaders in their designated fields of healthcare. The programme aims to enable graduates to provide expert knowledge in shaping current and future changes in nursing and health care services.
Entry requirements
Registration as a nurse with Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann. BSc (Hons) or equivalent NFQ Level 8 qualification in nursing or cognate discipline at 2nd class honours award level.
Post Course Info
The programme facilitates professional planning and leadership for participants within practice, management, research and education. Successful postgraduates should be capable of providing expert knowledge in shaping current and future changes in nursing and health care services and leaders in their designated fields.