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District Nursing at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, email our Admissions Team ([email protected]) to find out whether you’re eligible to apply. Course summary

  • explore your chosen topic in-depth
  • learn how to critically and creatively apply research methods
  • develop your understanding of ethical and scientific practices
  • present your findings to your professional community
  • identify a pathway of learning that supports progression towards or within an advancing / specialist clinical role.
This dissertation course is a self-directed piece of work specific to your professional interests. Your findings will be used in the community to help improve district nursing practice. On completion of the course, you’ll be prepared to shape and improve services for patients as part of a successful career in district nursing. How you learn You will manage most of your own workload, but will also be supported by a supervisor. You’ll set mutually agreed deadlines, arrange meetings and share your work with your supervisor to get the most out of your learning. You’ll be encouraged to create and set your own research goals, helping you to develop your knowledge of your subject area. At the start of the course you submit a proposal outlining what you have chosen to study. Masters dissertation projects can be very diverse and can include
  • research projects
  • evaluation projects
  • service development projects
  • advanced professional practice projects
  • theoretical or literature based projects
Applied learning Applied learning is the ethos at the heart of all Sheffield Hallam courses, meaning that you are given the opportunity to put your study into practice. You'll be taught by professionals who are active in their field - so you'll get cutting edge, industry focused knowledge of your subject. You'll gain real-world skills through placements, workshops and live projects, often getting the opportunity to work with big global brands. Work experience is also embedded into every year of the course, so you polish your workplace skills alongside building a solid knowledge of your subject. Applied learning means that when you do start work, you can dive in and make things happen.

Modules

Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page. . Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course. Year 1 Compulsory modules Dissertation 45 Credits | Coursework (100%) Researching For Practice (Distance Learning) | Coursework (100%)

Assessment method

Coursework

Entry requirements

To complete the course you typically need: • at least 120 credits at level 6 (or pending results prior to the course starting) • current registration on part one (nursing) of the Nursing and Midwifery Council-s (NMC) register • normally at least one year's post-registration experience • to be working as a community staff nurse working in a community team • self-declaration of good health and character as required by the NMC • to have successfully applied for a student district nurse NHS training post • to have a sponsoring health care organisation and be employed by the NHS for the duration of the course If you are shortlisted you attend a joint NHS and Sheffield Hallam Interview: https://www.shu.ac.uk/visit-us/selection-events/selection-event-for-pgdip-msc-honours-specialist-practice-district-nursing

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent.

If your level of English language is currently below IELTS 7.0 we recommend you consider an appropriate Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve the required level of English.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/nursing-and-midwifery/msc-district-nursing/full-time

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Our postgraduate fees vary depending on course, level and mode of study. Each postgraduate course page tells you how much the tuition fees are, and what additional costs you might have to budget for during your studies. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees for both full-time and part-time postgraduate study options.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

District Nursing at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS