Nursing MSc

The course is designed to provide continuing professional development (CPD) to a widening group of UK and internationally-based nurses. It aims to develop nurses in support of the global health economy and their contribution to nursing practice in a range of contexts. You will have the opportunity to examine contemporary issues in nursing, and in the role and practice of the nurse. This is explored through the analysis of political, social, cultural and economic influences on health and social care needs and service design.You will study some of the latest developments in a range of contemporary issues in nursing, covering a range of key areas including leadership, evidence-based practice and service delivery and improvement.Particular emphasis is placed on the research and evidence base for leadership, service delivery and improvement.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Demonstrate a professional approach to self-development in a broad range of competencies relevant to nursing across national borders and areas of practice including digital literacy, critical decision-making, problem-solving, presentation and teamwork.Critically evaluate approaches to and conduct of research to support the practice and development of nursing careEvaluate critically the application and implementation of the evidence base to a range of national and international areas of nursing practice, and contributions of nursing to public health and community developmentAnalyse approaches to support leadership, quality and service improvement and project management within policy and professional frameworks of nursingEvaluate the complex social and political nature of nursing care using an integrated approach and drawing on a range of disciplines. This course provides an opportunity to learn from academic staff and clinical experts (subject to availability), to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills to support innovation, challenge and to develop the skills to support you in leading a clinical nursing practice.