Master of Science (MSc.) in Nursing, Coventry University, UK

Course Description

A Masters qualification in nursing is crucial for higher-level management, career progression, education, and clinical roles in healthcare and education settings. This course is open to all nursing professionals and educators, with entry criteria including a bachelor’s degree and two years of work experience. Students will examine contemporary issues in nursing, analyze political, social, and economic influences on health and social care needs, and focus on research and evidence-based leadership. The course will develop clinical and academic skills, with common teaching sessions on healthcare research. Upon completion, students will have enhanced knowledge and skills in nursing and enhanced international employability.

Program Objectives

The aim of this course is to develop nursing professionals who are able to deliver high-quality nursing care and to prepare them for advanced nursing roles in practice, education, research, and leadership.
The course offers a flexible and enquiry-based approach to postgraduate study for students.

Recognition

Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka

Career Prospects

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
Critically evaluate approaches to and conduct of research to support the practice and development of nursing care.
Evaluate 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 development.
Analyse approaches to support leadership, quality and service improvement and project management within policy and professional frameworks of nursing.
Evaluate the complex social and political nature of nursing care using an integrated approach and drawing on a range of disciplines.

Course Duration

1-year full time

2 years Part time

Entry Requirements

Students should have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree in Nursing and should have a minimum of two years’ work experience in the respective field.

Applications will be encouraged from non-standard entrants with relevant experiential learning and evidence of continuing professional development.

Students who have not completed their prior education in English are required to have achieved IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent (with no component less than 6.0)

Course Modules

Full time

1^st semester
IHS7004CPD	Nursing and Public Health
IHS7001CPD	Contemporary Issues in Nursing
IHS7000CPD	Contemporary Perspectives of Care – Individuals with Long Term Conditions
2^nd semester
IHS7002CPD	Principles of Physical Health Assessment
IHS7005CPD	Research Methodology, Design and Methods
IHS7006CPD	Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Nursing
IHS7008CPD	Masters Dissertation (soft launch)
3^rd semester
IHS7007CPD	The Evidence Base for Nursing Practice
IHS7003CPD	Leadership, Service Improvement & Integrated Care
IHS7008CPD	Masters Dissertation

Part time

1^st semester
IHS7004CPD	Nursing and Public Health
IHS7001CPD	Contemporary Issues in Nursing
2^nd semester
IHS7005CPD	Research Methodology, Design and Methods
IHS7002CPD	Principles of Physical Health Assessment
3^rd semester
IHS7007CPD	The Evidence Base for Nursing Practice
IHS7003CPD	Leadership, Service Improvement & Integrated Care
4^th semester
IHS7000CPD	Contemporary Perspectives of Care – Individuals with Long Term Conditions
IHS7008CPD	Masters Dissertation (soft launch).
5^th semester
IHS7006CPD	Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Nursing
IHS7008CPD	Masters Dissertation (soft launch)
6^th semester
IHS7008CPD	Masters Dissertation

Assessments

Student Support & USP

This pathway program provides a strong foundation for future studies in Australia or Europe.
Opportunities to engage in research with the opportunity to present & publish in local & international forums.
Clinical placements at JCI-accredited hospitals and internationally recognized healthcare institutions.
Ability to obtain a world-class qualification within a short time period. An Internationally recognized program.
Worldwide employability.
Unbelievable cost saving.
Elite lecture panel including industry experts
Award-winning Learner Management System
Mentoring on career progression, Well-equipped library, IT lab

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