Program Overview
The Nursing Education at University College Dublin is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nursing Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,770 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Becoming a better university teacher
- Assessing and Teaching for Learning in Higher Education
- Nursing Knowledge: Philosophy & Practice
- Research Methods applied to HC
- Designing modules for engaging and effective learning
- Active learning with technology
- Semester 1 & Semester 2: NMHS 41380 Teaching Practicum
- Ad Research Methods applied to Healthcare
- Leadership & Organisational Dynamics
- Semester 1 & 2:
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must hold a degree in Nursing/Midwifery degree or equivalent
- Applicants must be entered onto the appropriate division of the Nurses Register maintained by NMBI
- Applicants must have at least three years\' experience in clinical nursing at time of attending the first day of class in semester one
- Applicants must be employed in a teaching environment prior to commencing the course and for the duration of the course
- Other criteria to be used in the assessment of the application include number of years of experience, and evidence of ongoing professional development
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,770 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,770 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months