Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
2024-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Nursing program at the University of the West of Scotland is a 1.5-year full-time or 3-year online program designed for registered nurses. It focuses on developing critical thinking, leadership, and research skills, preparing graduates for advanced nursing roles in health and social care.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Aims:
- Develop your critical, analytical, and reflective skills for academic and practice environments.
- Advance your knowledge and experience as a nurse by analyzing contemporary issues like quality improvement, advanced roles, and leadership.
- Equip you with updated knowledge and skills to deliver safe and competent care.
Target Audience:
- Registered nurses working in all fields of practice.
- Local and international students (including armed forces personnel).
Benefits:
- Gain a postgraduate qualification in nursing, leading to diverse nursing roles and destinations in health and social care.
- Build and advance your critical thinking, reflection, leadership, conceptual, and decision-making skills.
- Implement evidence-based practices through advanced learning.
Duration and Mode:
- 1.5 years full-time / typically 3 years online
Delivery Location:
- Online program with optional modules available.
Outline:
Course Structure:
- Modular structure with core and optional modules.
- Completion of the Research and Enquiry Dissertation is required for the Master's award.
Core Modules:
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare: Critically explores models, tools, and techniques for effective improvement.
- Role Development in Nursing: Examines your professional knowledge and experience for career advancement.
- Research for Health & Social Care: Develops research skills and explores methodological issues in healthcare settings.
- Leadership For Effectiveness: Analyzes leadership roles, team dynamics, and contributions to efficient healthcare practice.
Optional Modules:
- Clinical Supervision: Health & Social Care
- Clinical Teaching
- Delivering Compassionate Care
- Independent Study (HSCE)
- Introduction to eHealth
- Contemporary Cancer & Palliative Care
- Psychosocial Concerns
Stage-wise Progression:
- PgCert: Completion of two core modules and one optional module.
- PgDip: Completion of two core modules and one optional module.
- MSc: Completion of the Research & Enquiry Dissertation (60 credits).
International Program:
- Delivered full-time over 16 months at the Lanarkshire campus.
- Focuses on contemporary nursing issues, quality improvement, and leadership.
- Offers two exit points: PgDip Nursing and MSc Nursing.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Coursework assignments (100%)
- Employing traditional and innovative strategies like essays, discussions, written reports, and dissertations.
- Potential for presentations and engagement in online forums depending on chosen optional modules.
- Support and constructive feedback provided throughout the program.
Teaching:
Learning & Teaching:
- Delivered fully online with materials prepared by health & social care professionals.
- Access to materials through Moodle, including podcasts, videos, eBooks, and journal articles.
- Guest speakers and contributions from national and international conferences are streamed.
Careers:
Career Prospects:
- Gain a variety of nursing roles (e.g., specialist, leadership, management) in health and social care.
- Advance your critical thinking, reflection, leadership, conceptual, and decision-making skills.
- Opportunities for further Continuing Professional Development (CPD) or PhD studies.
Other:
- Recognized by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) or equivalent bodies.
- 90% overall student satisfaction amongst UWS postgraduate students.
- 93% of UWS postgraduate students would recommend UWS to a friend.
Conclusion:
The MSc Nursing program at UWS offers a comprehensive and flexible learning experience for registered nurses seeking to advance their careers. With a focus on contemporary issues, leadership development, and research skills, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and expertise to excel in various nursing roles and contribute to the improvement of healthcare practices.
International (all other EU excluding Ireland, plus Non-EU) £18,000 per year of study