Program Overview

MSc - Nursing/Registered Nurse: Adult Nursing

Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of others?

If you share our commitment to delivering compassionate care and have a 2:2 or above in any undergraduate degree, our Master’s in Adult Nursing is the perfect choice for you to become a nurse in just two years.

Course Overview

We understand that real-world experience is crucial to developing your skills and knowledge as a trainee nurse. That's why 50% of your time on our MSc Adult Nursing course will be spent on placement in a variety of clinical environments, including accident and emergency, medical/surgical, older adults, palliative care, and hospice nursing.

As well as this, you'll build your confidence and gain a competitive edge by developing practical skills in simulated 'real life' settings, using our dedicated facilities. These include mock wards, simulated home spaces, and our brand-new immersive simulation room.

What's more, if you study our MSc in Nursing you might be eligible to receive an NHS grant of at least £5,000 per year of study, which does not need to be repaid.

You will graduate with a highly sought-after postgraduate degree in nursing, eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and qualified to enter an NHS role with a Band 5 salary (£28,407-£34,580 per year for).

On this course you will...

• Have access to first-rate placement opportunities through our excellent partner links, developed over our long history of working with the industry.
• Be part of an intimate cohort, benefiting from close tuition from the nursing team who will be on hand to provide personalised support throughout your studies.
• Have access to a range of technology to enhance your learning, including clinicalskills.net, OCULUS (a virtual reality headset for simulated activities), and a Pharmacology and Prescribing Resource.
• Start making a meaningful difference from the moment you begin your course placement, and long into your career as a compassionate and person-centred adult nurse.

Key Details

• Recruiting to: UK / RoI / Settled in UK, EU / EEA / International
• Course Location: Carlisle - Fusehill Street
• Institute: Institute of Health
• UCAS Code: N500
• Delivery Style: Blended Learning
• Course Duration: Full-time: 2 Years
• Course Start Point: September
• Award: MSc

Minimum entry requirements

• 2:2 Honours degree
• 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, achieved in one sitting which must include English Language and Mathematics (Functional skills level 2 Mathematics and English also accepted)
• A minimum of 500 hours of verified hands-on care experience with patients & clients

Tuition fees

• £9,535 - UK (2025-2026)
• £16,900 - International (2025-2026)

Funding

You may also be eligible for additional funding through the NHS Learning Support Fund.

• A Training Grant of £5,000 per academic year
• Parental Support of £2,000, if you have at least one dependent child under 15 years, or under 17 years if registered with special educational needs
• Travel and Dual Accommodation Expenses
• Exceptional Support Fund (Students experiencing financial hardship)

Course Structure

What you will learn

As well as learning on placement, you will study a range of modules that enable you to explore all aspects of nursing, from the fundamentals of providing care to caring for patients with complex needs.

Modules

• Concepts, Theories and Practice in Professional Nursing
• Pathophysiology and Nursing Assessment Across the Lifespan
• The Evidence Base for Adult Nursing Practice
• Public Health and Nursing in Communities
• Part 1 Practice Assessment (Year 1)
• Part 2 Practice Assessment (Year 1)
• Pharmacology for Contemporary Nursing Practice
• Managing Complexity in Adult Nursing Practice
• Transforming Care in Nursing
• Part 3 Practice Assessment (Year 2)

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

We use a range of teaching methods to match the learning outcomes and to ensure that you will experience methods best suited to your learning style.

How you will be assessed

Types and methods of assessment will include group seminars and presentations; essays; portfolio of evidence (achievement of clinical competences and written evidence); viva, examination; OSCE/practical skills assessments; map of patient/client experience; reflective essay; community health profile; reflective incident recording; poster presentation; dissertation.

Entry requirements

• A minimum of 2:2 in an undergraduate degree
• A minimum of 500 hours of verified hands-on care experience with patients & clients
• 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, achieved in one sitting which must include English Language and Mathematics (Functional skills level 2 Mathematics and English also accepted)
• International applicants require an IELTS certificate that confirms a minimum score of 7 in writing alongside a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, so long as the minimum overall score of 7.0.

Selection criteria

• All places are offered subject to successful interview as well as Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (DBS formerly CRB), medical fitness to practice and proof of qualifications.
• Personal statement
• Values-Based Recruitment

Fitness to practice and health requirements

• All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening.
• Professional Bodies such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) have certain requirements regarding health and character status of applicants and their ability to meet the required core professional competencies and to practice safely without direct supervision.

Disclosure and Barring Service check

• If you are offered a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check.

Additional Costs

• Books and Journals: £100-£200 per year
• Stationery: £30-£40 per year
• Clothing and Equipment: £35-£90
• Other: variable costs for travel, accommodation, and other expenses.