Specialist Community Practitioner MSc PGDip
University of Brighton
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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SEP-26

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MSc - Master of Science

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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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SEP-26

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Successful completion of our Specialist Community Practitioner MSc 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, able ...Read more

Successful completion of our Specialist Community Practitioner MSc 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, able to lead community-based nursing teams in the complex and dynamic integrated context of community and primary healthcare practice.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.Recognising that patients are at the heart of everything the NHS does, we have embedded the core values of the NHS Constitution - respect, dignity, compassion and collaboration - into 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.

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89/279
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32nd
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88th

Modules

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Entry requirements

Academic requirements listed are for the schools postgraduate education programme and the requirements of the NMC. In order to enter the chosen pathway, candidates must be a registered nurse (level 1) with relevant professional registration, capable of safe and effective practice at the level of proficiency for level 7 study.

In addition, you should:

normally hold a health-related degree at 2:1 or above (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate the ability to study at level 6

have successfully completed study within the last five years

normally have a minimum of three years post-registration experience, preferably in a community setting

demonstrate the potential to benefit from masters level study

have appropriate clearance from the Criminal Records Bureau, organised by the sponsoring organisation

have employer support to undertake the programme

be employed and sponsored by a Practice Learning Partner of the University of Brighton (such as your employing/sponsoring NHS organisation) for the duration of the programme in an appropriate role for the specialist pathway in the programme (general practice nursing or district nursing)

have protected learning time to undertake the programme with student status in practice

have appropriate practice support throughout the programme.

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£10,000 per year

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£16,900 per year

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Students from EU

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£16,900 per year

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University of Brighton
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