Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. 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.
- research projects
- evaluation projects
- service development projects
- advanced professional practice projects
- theoretical or literature based projects
- self-directed study
- supervised learning
- specialist practitioners (district nursing)
- community practitioners (nurse prescribers)
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. Modules studied may differ depending when you start your course. Year 1 Compulsory modules Advancing District Nursing Practice Dissertation Enhancing Quality Of Services Through Effective Collaborative Practice Evidence Based Approaches To Long Term Conditions Fundamentals Of District Nursing Nurse Prescribing (V100) Researching For Practice (Taught) The Enhanced Critically Thinking Leader Final year Compulsory modules Advancing District Nursing Practice Dissertation Enhancing Quality Of Services Through Effective Collaborative Practice Evidence Based Approaches To Long Term Conditions Fundamentals Of District Nursing Nurse Prescribing (V100) Researching For Practice (Taught) The Enhanced Critically Thinking Leader
Assessment method
Coursework Exam
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
Entry requirements
To complete the course you typically need • to have completed the PgDip in Specialist Practice District Nursing • to have the recordable NMC Specialist Practice District Nurse Qualification • to have relevant work experience • to have relevant workplace opportunities and organisational support • to have current registration on part 1 (Nursing) of the Nursing and Midwifery Councils (NMC) register • self-declaration of good health and character, as required by the NMC Course enrolment - professional requirements Before enrolling, you must fully declare during the admissions process any • unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings. For further information on convictions that must be declared see the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) website. • disciplinary proceedings during paid or voluntary employment or educational establishments • involvement with safeguarding proceedings, social services or related organisations You also need to complete • a DBS Enhanced Disclosure, and provide us with a copy of your DBS Enhanced Disclosure Certificate if requested. Enrolment also depends on the DBS check being deemed suitable for professional training. • occupational health screening to determine your suitability to undertake the course and an approved programme of immunisation, as recommended by the Department of Health. Health screening and immunisation are provided by your employer. If your personal circumstances change in relation to any of the professional requirements - from when you apply to the end of your course - you must tell the Professional Issues Team immediately by calling 0114 225 3995 or 0114 225 5786. If 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. 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, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | You will need an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. |
If 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. 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, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
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.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB