Nursing in General Practice MSc
Course Overview - Nursing in General Practice MSc
Designed for nurses wishing to further their knowledge within the context of General Practice, our MSc Nursing in General Practice offers an innovative learn as you work approach, which means you can study at your own pace whilst continuing your professional practice.
This is a unique and flexible approach to learning, as the student can chose from catalogue of modules focusing on practice nursing skills such as long term conditions, acute management of patients, treatment room skills, leadership skills and non-medical prescribing.
The rationale...
Designed for nurses wishing to further their knowledge within the context of General Practice, our MSc Nursing in General Practice offers an innovative learn as you work approach, which means you can study at your own pace whilst continuing your professional practice.
This is a unique and flexible approach to learning, as the student can chose from catalogue of modules focusing on practice nursing skills such as long term conditions, acute management of patients, treatment room skills, leadership skills and non-medical prescribing.
The rationale for this course is based around the national agenda identified in the Five Year Forward (NHS England, 2014) and the implementation of the General Practice Nursing Standards (Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), 2015).
A key benefit of the course is that it aligns to the District Nursing and General Practice Nursing: Education and Career Framework (NHS England, 2015).
Why study with us
• This programme utilises the RCGP & RCN (2015) ‘General Practice Nursing Competencies’ framework which allow the student to address the wide range of skills, knowledge and behaviours required of a fully proficient general practice nurse.
• Choose from catalogue of modules focusing on practice nursing skills such as long-term conditions, acute management of patients, treatment room skills, leadership skills and non-medical prescribing.
• You’ll also receive an introduction to postgraduate research.
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Preston Campus
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Entry Requirements
Bachelor Degree
2:2
Health related area or equivalent required. Transfer of credits in accordance with University regulations may be possible. Applicants must be working in or able to access a general practice environment that will enable them to meet and achieve the course learning outcomes and have support from the manager. Applicants must have the ability to be self-funding or have the commitment of their employer to support course fees. 2 references are required. Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and will be invited to an informal discussion where applicants should show evidence of supporting qualifications
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