Program Overview
The Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting) at Glasgow Caledonian University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 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 Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting) 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
- Evaluating Evidence to Develop Research and Inform Practice
- Contemporary Leadership and Change Implementation in Community Settings
- Public Health Theory into Social Action
- Enhancing Health Visiting Practice
- Consolidation of SCPHN Practice
- Masters Framework Research Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- First degree or equivalent, Nursing and Midwifery Council first level registered; Practice Teacher availability.
- English Language
- IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Glasgow Caledonian University 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 Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow Caledonian University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-17
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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