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Nursing: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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Tuition USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location San Diego, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Nursing: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at University of San Diego 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: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: San Diego, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Nursing: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Pathophysiology
  2. Physical Assessment and Diagnosis
  3. Methods of Translational Science
  4. Primary Care I
  5. Pharmacology in Health Management
  6. Primary Care IIA
  7. Primary Care IIB
  8. Health Policy Analysis
  9. Primary Care IIIA
  10. Primary Care IIIB

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Completed Application \xc2\x97 Applicants must complete and submit the Graduate Admission application online.
  • Application Fee \xc2\x97 There is an application fee of $45 ($80 for School of Business programs). The application fee is submitted online during the application process.
  • Official Transcripts \xc2\x97 Transcripts documenting each course taken beyond the high school level (whether or not within a degree program) and all degrees awarded are required. Transcripts that are not in the original sealed envelope provided by the university, that do not bear the registrar\'s signature and/or the institution\'s seal, are not official. If your school has the capability to send secure, electronic transcripts, please have the institution send them to grads@sandiego.edu.
  • Letters of Recommendation \xc2\x97 Letters should be from professors familiar with the applicant\'s scholarly work or from professional supervisors who have had experience in a graduate program and who can provide information regarding the applicant\'s potential for success as a graduate student. Generally, two to three letters of recommendation are required. Please refer to the department web pages for specific information.
  • Current Resume \xc2\x97 Applicants will submit a resume detailing one\xc2\x92s employment and/or educational experience.
  • Personal Statement, Statement of Purpose and/or Essays
  • Standardized Test Scores \xc2\x97 Applicants will need to provide scores for tests applicable to the program, such as the GRE or GMAT (not all programs require a standardized test). Please check the department website for standardized testing requirements.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,390 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of San Diego 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.

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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