Nursing Studies - Sligo St. Angela's

The aim of this programme is to facilitate health professionals to develop and augment their knowledge and skills in a manner conducive to the development of their professional practice and become skilled in research and evidence-based practice methodology. The multi-disciplinary nature of the programme mirrors the current and desired approach to healthcare delivery.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for nurses interested in advancing their understanding research and evidencebased practice methodologies. The programme will provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to avail of a variety of employment opportunities in the acute and community setting.

What will I study?

Postgraduate Diploma:

Advanced Research Skills (M)

Healthcare Ethics (M)

Quality and Healthcare Management (E)

Therapeutic Communication (E)

Behaviours that Challenge (E)

Autism (E)

Eating Disorders in Adults and Adolescents (E)

Assessing & Managing Clients Presenting Following Self-Harm (E)

Early Intervention for People Who Experience First Episode Psychosis (E)

Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (E)

Fundamentals of Coaching and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours (E)

Historical Perspectives in Disability Studies (E)

Principles of Healthcare Leadership (E)



Master of Health Science:

Research Dissertation Practicum (M)



(E) = Elective Module, (M) = Mandatory.

Applicants must be registered as a nurse on the Register held by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Applicants will normally have gained a primary degree (health science/studies or social science/studies related) Level 8 or evidence of equivalent academic credits. Applicants must also be currently employed in healthcare either in: clinical practice/ management/ research / education. For full details on the Entry Requirements for this programme please see the course webpage.



Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.

How to Apply

Before you Apply Before you apply for a flexible learning course at ATU, we recommend that you research your course, through this prospectus and by viewing the course webpage. Please ensure to check the entry requirements and time commitment involved, as these vary from course to course. You will find details on entry requirements on the individual course webpage.



When to Apply

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpages.



How to Apply

Applying for a flexible learning course is easy, simply visit the webpage of your chosen course and select the ‘apply now’ button, and follow the steps outlined.



Each campus has it’s own application process and for further information on these processes, please visit atu.ie/apply-now

3 or 4 years part-time, blended delivery.



Study Hours

A 10-credit module has a 20 hour per week workload and this includes class time, online directed work, self-directed work and assessment preparation.



On-Campus Attendance

In the Postgraduate Diploma phase, students undertake directed work and attend 2-4 seminar days per module on campus. In the Master of Health Science phase, students attend 3-4 seminar days per semester online.

Progression Pathways

Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.