MSc (by Dissertation) Nursing Studies

University of Essex · Colchester, United Kingdom

MScEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The MSc (by Dissertation) Nursing Studies programme at University of Essex (Health and Social Care (School of)) is a MSc programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This programme provides advanced clinical training in specialized nursing practice, patient assessment, evidence-based nursing care, healthcare management, and patient education. Students develop clinical decision-making skills for complex patient care scenarios. Graduates work as nurse specialists, nurse managers, and clinical educators.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £5,238/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £21,675/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 October 2027
Intake: October 2027

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMSc
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyHealth and Social Care (School of)

Official university

University of Essex

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	£5,238	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	£21,675	—	needs the fee

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