Program Overview
The Nursing at West Virginia University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing 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
- Population Health Promotion
- Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Health Care Leadership
- Evidence Based Practice Methods
- Role Seminar for Advanced Practice
- Health Care Informatics
- Health Policy and Resource Management
- Health Research Statistics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a nationally accredited nursing program.
- Minimum Nursing GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on all college work attempted.
- Current, unrestricted RN license in at least one state.
- Completion of 3 credits of undergraduate statistics equivalent to WVU Stats 211 and 3 credits of health assessment with a grade of C or better.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,861 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact West Virginia 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 West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States
West Virginia 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 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-05-15
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
