This programme is designed to enhance the knowledge and critical application skills of nurses and midwives. It allows you to explore various research methodologies, methods, ethics, and to critique and review the literature. This can help you understand the significance of research in practice and the delivery of evidence-based care. The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to understand, participate in, and apply evidence to your practice for the benefit of service users, carers, and people in diverse health and social care environments.

The full course runs full-time or part-time, giving you the chance to exit with the following awards:

Full-time:

Postgraduate Diploma: four modules over eight months

Master's: four modules plus a dissertation over one year

Part-time:

Postgraduate Diploma: four modules over two years

Master's: four modules plus a dissertation over three years

You will:

Develop your critical knowledge and skills to support your career development.

Enhance your expertise whilst contributing to the advancement of practice.

Focus on your own professional practice and the application of the evidence base.

Critically examine your practice and services, developing an evidence-based approach to care.