Course summary
The MSc in Children’s Nursing is designed for people who already have a degree and are looking for progression and further challenges which can be achieved by undertaking a rewarding and lifelong career within the nursing profession. You will combine detailed theoretical study with excellent practical, clinical experience across a range of settings to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically. You will learn with expert clinical practitioners and leading researchers, opening up new career opportunities and enabling you to incorporate best practice and research into the care you provide. You will learn through a dynamic mix of direct, interactive and online methods, including:
- seminars
- laboratory practicals
- self-directed study
- practice experience
- simulated practice
- online activities.
Modules
Core Modules
- Foundations for Evidence Informed Nursing Knowledge and Care Across the Lifecourse (30 credits)
- Practice 1- Foundations for Nursing Care (15 credits)
- Integration of care for people with acute and long term needs across health and social care (30 credits)
- Critical Use of Evidence to Inform Decision Making in Practice (15 credits)
- Principles of Prescribing (15 credits)
- Practice 2- Applying Knowledge and Skills for Person-Centred Care for Practice (15 credits)
- Leading and Managing Across Health and Social Care (15 credits)
- Practice 3: Developing Advanced Knowledge and Skills for Professional Practice (15 credits)
Assessment method
Assessments include the following:
- Research Proposal
- Examination
- Seminar Presentation and Report
- Care Study
- Critical Reflection
- Leadership and Management
- Dissertation in the form of a Critically Appraised Topic (CAT)
Entry requirements
To apply for this course, you must have - a lower second-class honours degree or above in any subject. - an awareness of health or health-related care issues. - GSCE’s (or accepted equivalent) in Mathematics and English Language with a minimum of a grade 4 pass (C or above). You will be required to have occupational health and enhanced disclosure and barring service clearance. Academic and character references may be requested. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Recognition of Prior Theory Learning (RPL) claim in order to obtain a place on the course. In addition it is recommended that a Recognition of Prior Practice Learning (RPL) claim is also made prior to entry to the programme otherwise applicants will be required to undertake a further 500 practice hours at the end of the two year programme. As well as meeting the stated academic entry requirements, applicants will be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process, to ensure that your values match those of the NHS Constitution. English requirements GCSE English Language grade C or IELTS score 7 with 7 in each component is required. Applicants educated outside of an English speaking country, without GCSEs are required to hold: TOEFL iBT: 94 overall with at least 27 in Writing, 24 in reading and Listening and 23 in Speaking sections.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
City, University of London
Northampton Square
City of London
EC1V 0HB