About Nursing Studies Msc in University of Limerick

The MSc Nursing Studies programme prepares and advances students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to become confident, critical, analytical and research aware graduates. The programme provides opportunities to explore research as evidence for enhancing and changing practice and aims to advance the student's aptitudes in becoming confident, analytical and research aware. 

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Critically examine the knowledge and skills for problem solving, reflection and critical thinking, fundamental to professional development and advancing practice globally
• Critically evaluate evidence informing  nursing practice in monitoring, co-ordinating and managing care across a variety of health care settings
• Critically discuss national and international health strategies  in promoting, maintaining and restoring health and well-being
• Demonstrate proficiency in written verbal and digital skills at individual and collaborative levels
• Apply critical thinking skills and ethical decision-making required for advancing practice
• Critically evaluate leadership and management theory and skills for working in collaborative teams in the provision of quality outcomes
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the research process
• Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning while fostering self-development and self-evaluation
• Demonstrate the ability to undertake independent learning activities
• Value the contribution of research in advancing practice in the provision of quality care
• Critically review current innovations and developments in leading and managing change in practice
• Apply the knowledge, attitude and skills to critically review research, audit findings and other evidence.

Academic qualification equivalents

• A four-year or three-year honours degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university. First-division results are required with a minimum overall grade of 60%*.
• Particular programmes may require an interview and/or work experience.  

         *The programmes listed below have specific entry requirements. Please read carefully if you are interested in applying to one of these       programmes.

Masters of Mechanical Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering

• Students are required to hold a four-year or a three-year honours degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university with a minimum average score of 70% or above and no backlogs.
• Students for both courses must also submit a written paper outlining the details of their Final Year Project as part of the application. 

MSc. Nursing

• A four-year or three-year honours degree in a relevant discipline from a first-level university. First-division results are required with a minimum overall grade of 65%.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6.0 in any component.

  *Please note some programmes have a higher IELTS requirement.

  **Please note, we can only accept Academic IELTS. General IELTS will not be accepted. 

• TOEFL : 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)
• PTE: a minimum score of 61 (with no section score below 59)

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University of Limerick Cost of Living

The estimated cost of living for one academic year (9 months) at UL is: