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University of Brighton: Specialist Community Practitioner MSc PGDip
| Institution | University of Brighton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Sport and Health Sciences |
| Web | https://www.brighton.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 01273 644644 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Successful completion of this course will give you access to second-level registration on the NMC register as either a qualified general practice nurse or district nurse.
The course provides registered nurses with the opportunity to gain both a professional qualification and an academic award at degree level.
On graduation, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to become a capable and confident general practice nurse, district nurse, or home nurse.
We are known for our flexible approaches to practice-based learning, with course durations and intensities that can be adapted to your individual needs and outside commitments.
The recognition that patients come first in everything the NHS does, and the values of the NHS constitution – respect, dignity, compassion and working together for patients – are embedded in our curriculum.
Our high quality teaching and research are renowned, and have an applied focus. We have established strong links with community specialist practice educators to ensure the provision of support and guidance both within the university and in community practice.
We have a dedicated team of academic staff who are actively engaged in internationalising the nursing and midwifery curriculum.
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Academic requirements are as for the SHS postgraduate education programme and the requirements of the NMC. In order to enter the chosen pathway, candidates must have their names on the parts of the NMC register as identified below. Registration as nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council under: - General Practice Nursing RN1, RNA And - normally hold a health-related degree at 2:1 or above Students who already hold a recognised qualification in any one of the specialist options at degree level may apply for admission to another specialist option provided they satisfy the necessary entry criteria. Such students will need to complete 120 masters-level credits in order to gain the postgraduate diploma, and to demonstrate achievement of the specialist practice learning outcomes for the chosen pathway. |
| Location | Falmer, Brighton University of Brighton Brighton BN1 9PH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Academic requirements are as for the SHS postgraduate education programme and the requirements of the NMC. In order to enter the chosen pathway, candidates must have their names on the parts of the NMC register as identified below. Registration as nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council under: - General Practice Nursing RN1, RNA And - normally hold a health-related degree at 2:1 or above Students who already hold a recognised qualification in any one of the specialist options at degree level may apply for admission to another specialist option provided they satisfy the necessary entry criteria. Such students will need to complete 120 masters-level credits in order to gain the postgraduate diploma, and to demonstrate achievement of the specialist practice learning outcomes for the chosen pathway. |
| Location | Falmer, Brighton University of Brighton Brighton BN1 9PH |
The University of Brighton has a community of around 3,000 postgraduate students from all over the world. We have three campuses in Brighton on the south coast of England - whichever campus you’re based at, you’ll be by the beach, beautiful countryside and within easy reach of London.
We’re also in the top 50 for graduate outcomes in the UK (Complete University Guide 2024).
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