PostgraduatePart-time

MSc Nursing Full-time

Level
Postgraduate
Duration
1 year
Mode
Part-time
Subject
Nursing
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

Overview

The MSc Nursing course is designed for registered nurses with an undergraduate degree, building on your existing knowledge and experience to deepen your skills in critical enquiry, evidence-based practice, and research. The course is aligned with the four pillars of advanced practice outlined by the Royal College of Nursing and the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England. You’ll develop as a confident leader, equipped to drive change and continuous improvement in healthcare settings. With flexible study options and academic support, you can tailor parts of the course to match your own professional interests. Everything you learn is grounded in the current needs of the NHS and other healthcare employers. A master’s degree in nursing is increasingly essential for advanced roles. The MSc Nursing can help you move into senior clinical, management, or education positions – both in the UK and internationally. You’ll graduate with a broader understanding of heal

Entry requirements

Degree2:2 · or above

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

Fees

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,000 per year

UK/Home: £9,000 per year

International: £19,000 per year

Start dates

September 2026 Full-timeSeptember 2026 Part-time

Application deadline

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

Campus

  • On campus, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Sunderland, North East, United Kingdom

Study in SunderlandNorth East

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