Cert/Diploma/MMedSci Advancing Practice
School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health
Our school is in the UK top ten for research. We provide you with the skills employers are looking for so you can move forward with your career.
About the course2 years part-time/1 year full-time If you are a health care professional who supports the advancement of others or develops services, this course is for you. It will build skills to meet real everyday challenges, with content that is stimulating and relevant to various advanced clinical or managerial roles. You'll develop a deep knowledge of issues relating to advancing clinical practice to further your professional development. You can achieve your personal learning objectives through the dissertation, which will enhance your specialist knowledge base and clinical skills. Entry requirementsYou'll need a good degree or equivalent. We welcome non-standard qualifications and will consider each application based on its merits and the requirements of the profession. You should be working in clinical practice. A relevant professional qualification is preferred but not essential. If you have other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact Tracey Moore for advice (details below). English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
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AssessmentEach taught unit has an assessed written assignment. The final unit is an extended research project or literature review, leading to a dissertation or workplace study. Fees and fundingIf you already work with NHS patients in NHS Yorkshire and the Humber or East Midlands, funding may be available. Contact Tracey Moore for more information (details below). Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: Tracey Moore |
Develop skills that matterBecause we work closely with our partners in health and social care, your course will equip you with the skills employers are looking for. All our courses are research-led, shaped by local, national and international health and social care policy. Our courses are informed by the latest research. They are designed to be flexible in order to meet the demands of a rapidly changing work environment. We have strong links with other health departments at the University, including the School for Health and Related Research (ScHARR), the Department of Sociological Studies, the Medical School, as well as the Sheffield Institute for Studies on Ageing (SISA) and the Centre for the Study of Childhood and Youth. Our research focuses on three themes: Children, Young People and Families; Workforce and Practice Development; Supportive Care in Later Life. You'll benefit from our international collaborative links with universities in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Australia. Make a differenceWe’re dedicated to educating health professionals. Our school is part of the central campus of the University, opposite the Sheffield Teaching Hospital's Foundation Trust at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. You can form useful career development networks using the links and partnerships we have. With the skills you learn on our courses, you can establish research and education initiatives in health and social care wherever in the world you are needed. Our flexible courses are designed to meet your needs.Facilities and supportYou'll be based near the Medical School, the Health Sciences Library and central University facilities like our 24-hour study centre, the Information Commons. You’ll also be in the hub of Sheffield's student life with access to popular student areas like West Street and Broomhill, and with the best students’ union in the country on your doorstep. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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