Global Advanced Professional and Clinical Practice MSc

This 16-month taught Master’s programme is designed for nurses who wish to advance their practice and contribute to improvements in health and social care. Placing practice at the forefront, the programme offers flexibility through a broad-based award as well as 14 specialist pathways, enabling students from different professional backgrounds to review and develop their practice, benefit from shared learning, and apply contemporary evidence to improve care provision globally. This programme supports nurses to develop: • skills to promote, lead and evaluate innovative and emerging practice • intellectual and transferable skills relevant to leadership, service improvement and professional development • the ability to critically review, interpret and apply contemporary evidence to practice The programme and pathways are designed for nurses practising across diverse areas who wish to advance their personal and professional development. Graduates commonly use the programme to support progression in clinical practice, education, leadership or research. The 14 specialist pathways are: MSc (Critical and Acute Care) MSc (Cancer Care) MSc (Leadership and Management) MSc (Mental Health Care) MSc (Older People's Care) MSc (Children & Young People's Care) MSc (Intellectual Disabilities) MSc (Practice Education) MSc (Applied Research) MSc (Cardiology) MSc (Population Health) MSc (Respiratory Care) MSc (Women's Health) MSc (Maternal and Family Health) Admission to a specialist pathway may require applicants to have current or recent practice experience in the related area. The Programme Co-ordinator will provide individual advice on module choices at enrolment. The programme is offered on a full-time basis only and combines face-to-face teaching with online delivery. We work closely with our local Healthcare providers to design bespoke clinical experiences for our Masters students. Each student will undertake 225 hours' clinical experience in a setting relevant to their studies to allow them to develop their ideas to completion. Students undertake clinical placements within regional centres of excellence, and many develop contacts and friendships that continue throughout their careers. Practice Placement Requirements A key component of the programme is a mandatory six-week clinical placement, designed to support academic learning with practical, ward-based experience. This placement totals 225 hours and is typically completed within a Health Care Trust in Northern Ireland. • Duration & Setting: Normally six consecutive weeks, full-time. • Shift Patterns: Typically 37.5 hours per week, rota-based, with shifts starting as early as 7:30 am and ending as late as 9:00 pm. Placement rotas are developed by the ward team according to clinical need. • Shift Types: Early, late, and potentially night shifts to ensure comprehensive clinical exposure. • Placement Areas: Areas may include critical care, surgical, medical, care of older persons, children/neonates, and mental health settings. Senior leadership shadowing or clinical education placements are not offered; however, where possible, single-day bespoke opportunities may be arranged subject to availability. • Practice Expectations: Students must complete a clinical skills log and have their hours verified by practice staff. A full induction is provided before starting, and support is available from designated practice staff throughout. • Nature of Work: These placements offer a diverse range of hands-on care experiences, from basic skills such as patient observations and hygiene assistance to more advanced clinical scenarios depending on the student’s level of experience. This placement experience is designed to develop practical skills, deepen understanding of healthcare delivery, and provide valuable professional connections. Please note that the placement does not confer accreditation or professional recognition as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Specialist Nurse, or any other professional…

IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is require

International students: £23,000

UK students: £7,700 (NI/ROI), £10,400 (GB)

UK/Home: £7,700 (NI/ROI), £10,400 (GB)

International: £23,000

Academic Year 2026/27

• Belfast, United Kingdom