Program Overview
The Nursing Education at Villanova University is a Master 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 United States 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: USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
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
- Clinical Ethics: Theory and Practice
- Development of Nursing Science
- Nursing Research: The Practice Connection
- Leadership Strategies in Nursing
- Issues Across the Life Span
- Health Promotion of the Growing Child
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Advanced Physical Assessment
- Practicum in Adult/Gerontology Health Nursing
- Practicum in Community Health Nursing
- Practicum in Parent-Child Health Nursing
- Practicum in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
- Elective
- American Higher Education
- Curriculum in Nursing Education
- Principles of Measurement and Evaluation in Nursing
- Teaching Strategies in Nursing
- Practicum in Teaching in Nursing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Requirements for Graduate Admission
- a completed Online Application for Admission
- a Personal Goal Statement identifying career goals that are congruent with the purposes of the program and indicate appropriate communication and writing skills
- an application fee
- Satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for Nurse Anesthesia Program
- GRE or MAT scores (not required for post-master\xc2\x92s)
- TOEFL or IELTS* (non-native English speakers)
- transcripts from all schools attended
- three (3) letters of recommendation* from professionals who are in a position to judge your performance/professional skills
- copy of current RN license
- admission interview for Nurse Anesthetists ONLY
- A completed criminal background check
All admission requirements for the graduate program must be met for the program selected in addition to the following:
- International students must present evidence of adequate financial resources to meet the expenses of full-time study, living and travel expenses to and from the Villanova campus.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 837 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Villanova 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 Villanova University
Villanova University
Villanova, United States
Villanova University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months