Nursing Studies

Key Fact:
The programme provides opportunities to explore research as evidence for enhancing and changing practice and aims to advance the student's aptitudes in becoming confident, analytical and research aware.

Programme Content
Year 1
Autumn Semester
• Health Research – Methods & Methodology
• Principles of Primary & Community Care
• Leading & Managing Practice
• Academic Literacies

Spring Semester
• Promoting Quality & Safety in Healthcare
• Dissertation Project 1

Elective Modules
(2 Modules from the following):
• Health Promotion in Nursing/Midwifery Practice
• Intercultural Care
• Therapeutic Engagement

Summer Semester
• Dissertation Project 2

Applicants for the MSc Nursing Studies programme must normally be in possession of:

1. A first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant or appropriate subject, or equivalent prior learning that is recognised by the University as meeting this requirement.

2. Candidates must be a registered nurse and provide evidence of a current registration with an appropriate Nursing/Midwifery Registration Board.

3. The University reserves the right to shortlist and interview applicants as deemed necessary.

How to apply:
1. Choose your programme.
2. Check closing date for the programme.
3. Apply online at www.ul.ie
4. Have your supporting documentation ready to upload.
5. Pay the application fee (€35 online / €40 bank draft or cheque).
6. Submit your application.

What to Include with your Application:

Full degree transcript and certificates/awards

Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland current registration certificate or evidence of a current registration with an appropriate Nursing/Midwifery Registration Board

Recognised Prior Learning Application (if you do not meet the normal entry requirements)

A copy of your birth certificate/passport page
Recognised Prior Learning may also be considered for those applicants that do not meet the normal entry requirements as stated above

If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice

If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:

English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts

English language competency certificate

1 year full-time.