UNIVERSITY OF EXETER · UNITED KINGDOM
MSc Advanced Practice
Master's · Taught in en · UCAS 1234
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Master's
Level
- Top 10 in the UK for world-leading Clinical Medicine research (REF 2021)Research Excellence
- 11th in the UK for Public Health research power (REF 2021)Research Power
- Accredited by NHS England's Centre for Advancing PracticeAccreditation
- Designed for practitioners from nursing, radiography, pharmacy, paramedics, and midwifery backgroundsMulti-professional
- Part-time study over 2 or 3 years to suit your needsFlexible Duration
- Major capital investment in new buildings and state-of-the-art facilitiesFacilities
The MSc Advanced Practice is a multi-professional postgraduate program designed for healthcare practitioners seeking to enhance their skills and expertise. It provides a strong academic foundation to address contemporary challenges within the health service and prepare you for advanced roles. The program encourages you to expand your scope of practice in line with national frameworks for advanced practice. It is accredited by NHS England's Centre for Advancing Practice and is suitable for professionals from diverse backgrounds, including nursing, radiography, pharmacy, paramedics, and midwifery.
Careers
This program is designed to develop practitioners capable of autonomous and flexible working, making complex decisions in patient care and enhancing evidence-based practice across healthcare systems.
- Advanced Practitioner
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the MSc Advanced Practice programme?
- You need a minimum 2.2 Honours degree (or Professional Diploma) in a healthcare-related discipline, at least two years of post-registration professional experience, and current registration with an appropriate statutory regulatory body. You are also expected to have a current contract of employment with a healthcare provider and a named workplace supervisor.
- How long does the MSc Advanced Practice programme take to complete?
- The programme can be studied part-time over 2 or 3 years, allowing flexibility to suit your needs.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- Tuition fees for international students are not specified on the program page. Please refer to the University of Exeter's Finance Services for current tuition fees.
- How do I apply for the MSc Advanced Practice programme?
- You need to submit an online application, selecting your entry year and program variant. You will need to upload supporting documents including a personal statement and, if applicable, the MSc Advanced Practice Application Form confirming your workplace supervisor.
- What career paths can this programme prepare me for?
- This programme is designed to develop practitioners for advanced roles, enhancing skills in autonomous decision-making and evidence-based practice within healthcare systems.
- Is there any scholarship information available?
- No specific scholarship information is available on the provided pages. Please consult the University for any available scholarship opportunities.
Entry requirements
Honours degreeMinimum 2.2 Honours degree (or a Professional Diploma) in a healthcare-related discipline.
Professional experienceAt least 2 years of post-registration professional experience. Internships do not count towards this.
Professional RegistrationRegistered with the appropriate statutory regulatory body (e.g., HCPC, NMC).
EmploymentExpected to have a current contract of employment with a healthcare provider and a named workplace supervisor.
IELTSProfile B2 (specific score to be checked on the university's English language requirements page)
Relevant clinical experience or previous postgraduate qualifications will be considered. A personal statement detailing your motivation for the course is required. For NHS England-funded places, an MSc Advanced Practice Application Form confirming a named workplace supervisor is necessary.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the University of Exeter's Finance Services for current tuition fees for international students.
Tuition (home)Please refer to the University of Exeter's Finance Services for current tuition fees for home students.
LivingEstimated living costs are not provided on this page.
Tuition fees and living costs are not specified on the provided program page. Please consult the University's Finance Services for detailed information.
How to apply
1. Select Entry Year and ProgrammeChoose your preferred entry year (e.g., September 2026) and the specific program variant (e.g., MSc Advanced Practice 2 years Part-time or 3 years Part-time).
2. Complete Online ApplicationFill out the online application form for the chosen program.
3. Upload Supporting DocumentsSubmit required documents, including a personal statement detailing your reasons for applying. If applicable, upload the completed MSc Advanced Practice Application Form confirming your workplace supervisor.
4. Await DecisionApplications will be reviewed, and you will be notified of the outcome.
Scholarships
ScholarshipsNot specified
Accreditation
Accredited by NHS England’s Centre for Advancing Practice.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the MSc Advanced Practice programme?
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You need a minimum 2.2 Honours degree (or Professional Diploma) in a healthcare-related discipline, at least two years of post-registration professional experience, and current registration with an appropriate statutory regulatory body. You are also expected to have a current contract of employment with a healthcare provider and a named workplace supervisor.
How long does the MSc Advanced Practice programme take to complete?
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The programme can be studied part-time over 2 or 3 years, allowing flexibility to suit your needs.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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Tuition fees for international students are not specified on the program page. Please refer to the University of Exeter's Finance Services for current tuition fees.
How do I apply for the MSc Advanced Practice programme?
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You need to submit an online application, selecting your entry year and program variant. You will need to upload supporting documents including a personal statement and, if applicable, the MSc Advanced Practice Application Form confirming your workplace supervisor.
What career paths can this programme prepare me for?
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This programme is designed to develop practitioners for advanced roles, enhancing skills in autonomous decision-making and evidence-based practice within healthcare systems.
Is there any scholarship information available?
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No specific scholarship information is available on the provided pages. Please consult the University for any available scholarship opportunities.