The MSc Advanced Practice programme is designed for experienced healthcare practitioners aiming to meet national advanced clinical practice criteria. It focuses on developing expertise across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. The course acknowledges and builds upon your existing knowledge and skills, incorporating workplace learning with virtual and on-demand online modules. A key feature is the collaborative relationship between the trainee, their manager, clinical supervisor, and university tutor, ensuring a supportive learning environment tailored to your professional development.
The curriculum is structured around integrating and demonstrating advanced clinical practice capabilities within your specific area of expertise. Learning is student-centred and supported by a variety of teaching and learning strategies, including online and workplace-based activities.
Upon successful completion of the MSc Advanced Practice, graduates will be entitled to use the professional title of Advanced Clinical Practitioner. The advanced skills acquired will open avenues for further career progression and opportunities to pursue Master's or Doctoral level studies. Graduates will be equipped to share their expertise nationally and internationally, acting as supervisors for other advanced practitioners and becoming recognized experts in their field.
This programme is designed for experienced practitioners working at an advanced level.
Fees are charged per credit. The total cost will depend on the number of credits taken. The programme is typically 2 years part-time, with durations of 2 or 3 years part-time specified.
Full accreditation from the Centre for Advancing Practice.
Applicants should have academic qualifications and experience relevant to advanced clinical practice. This programme is designed for experienced healthcare practitioners already working at an advanced level.
The tuition fee for international students is not specified in the provided data. Fees are charged per credit, with home students paying £69 per credit. The total cost depends on the number of credits taken.
The programme is typically studied part-time over 2 years, with options to extend the duration to 2 or 3 years part-time.
You apply through the university's application portal. After applying, you will have a pre-programme consultation to help design a personalized study and workplace learning plan with your clinical supervisor and personal tutor.
Upon successful completion, graduates will be entitled to use the professional title of Advanced Clinical Practitioner. This opens avenues for further career progression, opportunities for Master's or Doctoral level studies, and roles as supervisors and experts in the field.