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University of Southampton: Advanced Clinical Practice (Advanced Nurse Practitioner)
| Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Health Sciences |
| Web | www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| AdmissionsPGT.ELS@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
"Enhance your practice at a global top 100* university.
This programme is designed around the needs of experienced nurses practitioners looking to further develop practice and/or prepare for clinical practice roles at a senior level and is suitable if you are one of the growing number of UK registered practitioners working in (or towards) a role such as Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Consultant Nurse - or any similar role that at the interface between nursing and medicine.
You'll strengthen your existing knowledge, skills and competencies while also preparing for roles that require greater autonomy, responsibility and more complex clinical decision-making. You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.
This pathway is accredited by Health Education England's Centre for Advancing Practice. Completion of HEE accredited programmes/pathways is set to become one of the benchmark routes to recognition for Advanced Clinical Practitioners. Accreditation is also designed to ensure a consistent level of programme quality across England.
Graduates gain recognised credentials that enhance employability and support progression through NHS bands into senior clinical and leadership roles across the NHS and partner organisations.
You’ll graduate ready to lead change, advance practice, and make a measurable impact on patient care and service delivery.
Key features of this course Led by our expert academics you’ll: - examine role development in relation to advanced nursing practice
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learn how to apply evidence to your field of practice and clinical specialism
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use advanced communication and clinical decision-making skills in your work
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develop new or enhanced clinical skills around client health assessment, diagnostic reasoning and pharmacology
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show your clinical competence through simulated and practice-based clinical assessment
Further information
Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
"Enhance your practice at a global top 100* university.
This programme is designed around the needs of experienced nurses practitioners looking to further develop practice and/or prepare for clinical practice roles at a senior level and is suitable if you are one of the growing number of UK registered practitioners working in (or towards) a role such as Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Consultant Nurse - or any similar role that at the interface between nursing and medicine.
You'll strengthen your existing knowledge, skills and competencies while also preparing for roles that require greater autonomy, responsibility and more complex clinical decision-making. You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.
This pathway is accredited by Health Education England's Centre for Advancing Practice. Completion of HEE accredited programmes/pathways is set to become one of the benchmark routes to recognition for Advanced Clinical Practitioners. Accreditation is also designed to ensure a consistent level of programme quality across England.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
"Enhance your practice at a global top 100* university.
This programme is designed around the needs of experienced nurses practitioners looking to further develop practice and/or prepare for clinical practice roles at a senior level and is suitable if you are one of the growing number of UK registered practitioners working in (or towards) a role such as Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Consultant Nurse - or any similar role that at the interface between nursing and medicine.
You'll strengthen your existing knowledge, skills and competencies while also preparing for roles that require greater autonomy, responsibility and more complex clinical decision-making. You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.
This pathway is accredited by Health Education England's Centre for Advancing Practice. Completion of HEE accredited programmes/pathways is set to become one of the benchmark routes to recognition for Advanced Clinical Practitioners. Accreditation is also designed to ensure a consistent level of programme quality across England.
*QS World University Rankings 2023."
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK 2:2 Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
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