The Master’s in Advanced Practice (Nursing) at University of Limerick is a 2 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
The University of Limerick is a prestigious institution known for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Situated on a beautiful riverside campus, the university offers a diverse range of programs across disciplines such as arts, humanities, social sciences, business, education, engineering, science, and health sciences. With a strong commitment to experiential learning and industry engagement, the University of Limerick provides students with opportunities to gain practical skills, work experience, and develop a global perspective. The university's vibrant campus life, state-of-the-art facilities, and supportive community contribute to a transformative educational experience.
Master’s in Advanced Practice (Nursing) at University of Limerick
The MSc Advanced Practice (Nursing) provides registered nurses with opportunities to expand knowledge and skills personally and professionally, to practice both autonomously and collaboratively in a defined area of advanced nursing practice, meeting national health policy reform in addressing population healthcare needs. This programme was developed in collaboration within a Consortium that includes 5 universities; UCD, UCC, NUIG, TCD, and UL. The part-time Level 9 programme offers a range of modules supporting the development of an advanced practitioner, who is innovative at assessing and managing risk; has responsibility for decisions made, is research active, is person centred, an interconnected team worker and patient advocate. Theory and practice are integrated throughout the programme. On completion, students will be eligible to apply for registration as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) and a Registered Nurse Prescriber (RNP) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Show less
NS6036: Health Research Methods and Methodology (12 credits) NM6001: Leadership, Quality Improvement and Governance (9 credits) NM6011: Advanced Practice Decision Making for Health Professionals (12 credits) NS5251: Professional, Ethical, Legal and Interprofessional Dimensions to Nurse/Midwife Prescribing and practicum (9 credits) NS5261: Drug Action and Prescribing and practicum (9 credits) NM6002: Advanced Health Assessment (9 credits) NS5281 & NS5282: Clinical Practicum 1 & 2 In Nurse/Midwife Prescribing (9 credits) Semester 2 (36 ECTS credits):
The University of Limerick is a vibrant and globally recognized institution situated on a beautiful campus in Limerick, Ireland. It is committed to delivering an outstanding educational experience to its students, fostering their personal and professional growth. The university offers a diverse range of programs in areas including arts, business, engineering, science, health sciences, and education. With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, the University of Limerick contributes to societal development and prepares graduates for successful careers in a rapidly changing world.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied in English at high school or a degree - Have passed IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 95 or above.
Minimum education level: Bachelor's.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
