Program Overview
The Nursing Service Administration at University of Akron 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 Service Administration 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 7
- Tuition: USD 917 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 432 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Akron, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing Service Administration 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
- Theoretical Basis for Nursing
- Information Management in Advanced Nursing Practice
- Policy Issues in Nursing
- Pathophysiological Concepts
- Nursing Inquiry I
- Nursing Inquiry II
- Thesis
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).
Admission Requirements:
- Hold a bachelor\'s degree in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited nursing program
- 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for all college coursework
- Three letters of recommendation
- 300 word essay describing professional goals
- Interview prior to beginning the program
- Current State of Ohio license to practice nursing
- Prerequisite courses: Undergraduate Statistics, Nursing Research, Basic Health Assessment, Computer Skills, Graduate-level Statistics
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 917 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 432 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 917 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 432 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Akron 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 of Akron
University of Akron
Akron, United States
University of Akron 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months