Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing
University of the West of ScotlandProgram Overview
The Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing at University of the West of Scotland is a Postgraduate Diploma 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 Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Occupational Health Nursing 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Occupational Health 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
- Contemporary Occupational Health
- Critical Research Appraisal
- Investigative Enquiry
- Leadership for Health and Social Care
- Managing Risk in Occupational Health Practice
- Consolidation of Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must be registered as a first level nurse on Part 1 or Part 2 of the NMC register and normally would have completed a relevant degree or equivalent qualification at SCQF level 9 normally within the last five years and have command of current evidenced based knowledge. Consideration will be given to applicants who have not completed a first degree but have other academic, vocational or experience deemed equivalent to the SCQF level of study.
Applicants should either be in employment in Occupational Health or be able to secure the necessary practice learning requirements. Students will be expected to provide evidence that they can obtain funding for the course from their employers, other bodies or self-funding.English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland 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 the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months