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University of Glasgow: Health Care, Advanced Practice In
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| mvls-advhealthcare@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc (MedSci)
Summary
Designed for the growing number of health care professionals wishing to work in clinical leadership or extended roles in clinical practice in the UK.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - 1st in the UK for Nursing (Complete University Guide 2023).
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Become involved in lifelong learning whilst adapting to the dynamic care environment and supporting quality care delivery.
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Close involvement of NHS clinical staff in the planning and delivery of courses ensures that the programme is current and relevant.
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The themes offered link closely with the pre-registration undergraduate programme offered at the University as well as being developed in conjunction with local clinical need.
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Build transferable skills along with the ability to lead and innovate in the healthcare sector.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Continuing Professional Development
Each course can be taken as a stand alone continuing professional development (CPD) course. This Advanced Practice in Health Care programme is made up of three components: 2 core courses, optional courses and a project
Core Courses Both of these courses consolidate and extend your knowledge of research approaches and are a prerequisite for the independent project. The independent project is only completed by students undertaking the MSc.
Applying Research Approaches in Health Care Independent Project Research Approaches in Health Care
Optional Courses Education For Professional Practice Global Health Challenges Informing Practice through the Evidence Base Leadership in Contemporary Health Care Leading Care - Putting leadership into the health and social care context (online distance learning) Leading improvement in care provision (online distance learning) Transforming care services (online distance learning)
Named Awards
By undertaking the 20 credit optional courses listed below, and focusing assignments within the relevant topic, a named award may be obtained in the areas of:
Acute & Critical Care Acute and Critical Care
Global Health Challenges Global Health Challenges
Health Care Chaplaincy Advanced Healthcare Practice Professional Practice in Spiritual and Religious Care in Health and Social Care Providing Spiritual and Religious Care in Health and Social Care
Advanced Lymphoedema Management Lymphoedema Advanced Practice Managing Complex Lymphoedema
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, or other Allied Health degrees. We may also accept degrees in Medicine or Dentistry. Applicants must have at least 1 year post-qualification healthcare experience. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
Designed for the growing number of health care professionals wishing to work in clinical leadership or extended roles in clinical practice in the UK.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - 1st in the UK for Nursing (Complete University Guide 2023).
-
Become involved in lifelong learning whilst adapting to the dynamic care environment and supporting quality care delivery.
-
Close involvement of NHS clinical staff in the planning and delivery of courses ensures that the programme is current and relevant.
-
The themes offered link closely with the pre-registration undergraduate programme offered at the University as well as being developed in conjunction with local clinical need.
-
Build transferable skills along with the ability to lead and innovate in the healthcare sector.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Continuing Professional Development
Each course can be taken as a stand alone continuing professional development (CPD) course. This Advanced Practice in Health Care programme is made up of three components: 2 core courses, optional courses and a project
Core Courses Both of these courses consolidate and extend your knowledge of research approaches and are a prerequisite for the independent project. The independent project is only completed by students undertaking the MSc.
Applying Research Approaches in Health Care Independent Project Research Approaches in Health Care
Optional Courses Education For Professional Practice Global Health Challenges Informing Practice through the Evidence Base Leadership in Contemporary Health Care Leading Care - Putting leadership into the health and social care context (online distance learning) Leading improvement in care provision (online distance learning) Transforming care services (online distance learning)
Named Awards
By undertaking the 20 credit optional courses listed below, and focusing assignments within the relevant topic, a named award may be obtained in the areas of:
Acute & Critical Care Acute and Critical Care
Global Health Challenges Global Health Challenges
Health Care Chaplaincy Advanced Healthcare Practice Professional Practice in Spiritual and Religious Care in Health and Social Care Providing Spiritual and Religious Care in Health and Social Care
Advanced Lymphoedema Management Lymphoedema Advanced Practice Managing Complex Lymphoedema
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, or other Allied Health degrees. We may also accept degrees in Medicine or Dentistry. Applicants must have at least 1 year post-qualification healthcare experience. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
Designed for the growing number of health care professionals wishing to work in clinical leadership or extended roles in clinical practice in the UK.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - 1st in the UK for Nursing (Complete University Guide 2023).
-
Become involved in lifelong learning whilst adapting to the dynamic care environment and supporting quality care delivery.
-
Close involvement of NHS clinical staff in the planning and delivery of courses ensures that the programme is current and relevant.
-
The themes offered link closely with the pre-registration undergraduate programme offered at the University as well as being developed in conjunction with local clinical need.
-
Build transferable skills along with the ability to lead and innovate in the healthcare sector.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Continuing Professional Development
Each course can be taken as a stand alone continuing professional development (CPD) course. This Advanced Practice in Health Care programme is made up of three components: 2 core courses, optional courses and a project
Core Courses Both of these courses consolidate and extend your knowledge of research approaches and are a prerequisite for the independent project. The independent project is only completed by students undertaking the MSc.
APPLYING RESEARCH APPROACHES IN HEALTH CARE RESEARCH APPROACHES IN HEALTH CARE INDEPENDENT PROJECT
Optional Courses EDUCATION FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE GLOBAL HEALTH CHALLENGES INFORMING PRACTICE THROUGH THE EVIDENCE BASE LEADERSHIP IN CONTEMPORARY HEALTH CARE LEADING CARE - PUTTING LEADERSHIP INTO THE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE CONTEXT (online distance learning) LEADING IMPROVEMENT IN CARE PROVISION (online distance learning) TRANSFORMING CARE SERVICES (online distance learning)
Named Awards
By undertaking the 20 credit optional courses listed below, and focusing assignments within the relevant topic, a named award may be obtained in the areas of:
Acute & Critical Care ACUTE AND CRITICAL CARE
Health Care Chaplaincy PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS CARE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PROVIDING SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS CARE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ADVANCED HEALTHCARE PRACTICE
Advanced Lymphoedema Management [[[NURSING5045P]]] LYMPHOEDEMA ADVANCED PRACTICE
Want to combine Masters teaching and a PhD? Find out more about our Integrated PhD programme.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have a relevant professional degree, normally a good Honours degree or equivalent, and two years' experience post-qualification. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
Designed for the growing number of health care professionals wishing to work in clinical leadership or extended roles in clinical practice in the UK.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - 1st in the UK for Nursing (Complete University Guide 2023).
-
Become involved in lifelong learning whilst adapting to the dynamic care environment and supporting quality care delivery.
-
Close involvement of NHS clinical staff in the planning and delivery of courses ensures that the programme is current and relevant.
-
The themes offered link closely with the pre-registration undergraduate programme offered at the University as well as being developed in conjunction with local clinical need.
-
Build transferable skills along with the ability to lead and innovate in the healthcare sector.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Continuing Professional Development
Each course can be taken as a stand alone continuing professional development (CPD) course. This Advanced Practice in Health Care programme is made up of three components: 2 core courses, optional courses and a project
Core Courses Both of these courses consolidate and extend your knowledge of research approaches and are a prerequisite for the independent project. The independent project is only completed by students undertaking the MSc.
APPLYING RESEARCH APPROACHES IN HEALTH CARE RESEARCH APPROACHES IN HEALTH CARE INDEPENDENT PROJECT
Optional Courses EDUCATION FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE GLOBAL HEALTH CHALLENGES INFORMING PRACTICE THROUGH THE EVIDENCE BASE LEADERSHIP IN CONTEMPORARY HEALTH CARE LEADING CARE - PUTTING LEADERSHIP INTO THE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE CONTEXT (online distance learning) LEADING IMPROVEMENT IN CARE PROVISION (online distance learning) TRANSFORMING CARE SERVICES (online distance learning)
Named Awards
By undertaking the 20 credit optional courses listed below, and focusing assignments within the relevant topic, a named award may be obtained in the areas of:
Acute & Critical Care ACUTE AND CRITICAL CARE
Health Care Chaplaincy PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS CARE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PROVIDING SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS CARE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ADVANCED HEALTHCARE PRACTICE
Advanced Lymphoedema Management [[[NURSING5045P]]] LYMPHOEDEMA ADVANCED PRACTICE
Want to combine Masters teaching and a PhD? Find out more about our Integrated PhD programme.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have a relevant professional degree, normally a good Honours degree or equivalent, and two years' experience post-qualification. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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