| Code | MSCNRI |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Year Full-time |
| Teaching Mode | Full-time |
| Qualifications | MSc |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Non-EU Closing Date | Closed for applications |
| Start Date | 11 September 2024 |
Course Outline
This MSc in Nursing (for Non-EU applicants) is a full-time programme taken over 12 months commencing in September of each year. It is designed to provide international students from outside Ireland and the EU (ie non-EU applicants) and from a range of different nursing backgrounds with a non-clinical Master’s degree. The program is non-clinical, comprising theory modules only.
The programme is divided into two parts with a total of 90 credits:
- Part I comprises theory modules up to 70 credits
- Part II comprises a Dissertation in Nursing (20 credits)
Modules
- NU6070 Clinical Leadership in Practice Enhancement for Nursing and Midwifery (10 credits)
- NU6084 Clinical Examination Skills (10 credits)
- NU6085 Wound Care for Healthcare Professionals (5 credits)
- NU6152 Medical and Surgical Nursing of Individuals with Cardiorespiratory Problems (10 credits)
- NU6201 Personal and Professional Portfolio (10 credits)
- NU6202 The Principles and Methods of Evidence-Based Practice Healthcare (15 credits)
- NU6203 Challenges to Global Health, Ethical, Legal, Social and Cultural Perspectives (10 credits)
- NU6073 Dissertation in Nursing (20 credits)
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this non-clinical pathway, you should be able to:
- exercise enhanced personal and professional competence through accountability and autonomy in professional practice;
- practice with greater insight into the research-base, ethical, socio-political, and professional underpinnings of nursing/midwifery and health care;
- demonstrate higher levels of judgment in the practice of nursing/midwifery through the generation of nursing knowledge for innovative nursing and midwifery practice;
- act as innovators and leaders in a chosen area and contribute to practice development and best practice;
- teach others from a broad and in-depth knowledge base, derived from critical reflection on nursing practice and the development of critical inquiry of disciplinary knowledge base in nursing and midwifery.
Academic Programme Catalogue
See the Academic Programme Catalogue where you can search for the complete and up-to-date content for this course. Note that the modules for all courses are subject to change from year to year. For complete descriptions of individual modules, see the Book of Modules.
Why Choose This Course
Top 50 Nursing School in the World
The School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork, has been ranked within the top 50 nursing schools in the world, according to the QS global subject rankings. The school provides a world-class environment for cutting-edge research to prepare tomorrow’s nurses to shape and advance health care practices through research and education. Within UCC’s School of Nursing and Midwifery, researchers are addressing global challenges, including the growing burden of diseases, nurse workforce requirements, population ageing, and sustainable approaches to healthcare and health promotion and our teaching staff are at the forefront of these developments.
Connected Curriculum
At UCC we are committed to the Connected Curriculum where we emphasise the connection between students, learning, research and leadership through our vision for a Connected University. Our staff will support you in making meaningful connections within and between topics such as nursing, healthcare, and management.
Skills and Careers Information
This MSc Nursing (Non-EU) programme, established in 2013, gives nurses from outside the European Union the opportunity to study in Ireland. A major objective of the programme is to enable students to further develop their undergraduate knowledge, skills, and attributes. We aim to provide our students with enhanced skills that will transfer to professional practice in a rapidly evolving healthcare system globally. The acquisition of these skills ensures demand for graduates of this programme.
Available Scholarships
At UCC we support our student community by offering scholarships and prizes to prospective and current students. Please see the Scholarships & Prizes page for more information.
Requirements
Applicants for the MSc in Nursing (Non-EU) should meet the following requirements:
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Hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing Board/Statutory Body in their own country;
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Hold a primary degree in nursing (Minimum 2nd class honours standard) Or hold a Higher/Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant nursing area;
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If your first language is not English, you must provide current evidence (within 2 years) of Minimum English Language proficiency - the list of UCC-approved English language qualifications are available here on the UCC English Language Requirements page.
Non-Clinical Pathway: There are no specific post-registration practice requirements for applicants to this pathway, although some clinical experience in the area of interest is desirable.
Entry to this programme is highly competitive, and therefore applicants who present all required documentation at the time of application will be prioritised for processing.
For Applicants with Qualifications Completed Outside of Ireland
Applicants must meet the required entry academic grade, equivalent to Irish requirements. For more information see our Qualification Comparison page.
International/Non-EU Applicants
For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students.
- In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments.
- Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office.
English Language Requirements
Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.
Fees and Costs
Postgraduate EU and International Fees 2025/2026
See our Postgraduate EU and Non-EU (International) Fee Schedule for the latest information.
Deposits
If your course requires a deposit, that figure will be deducted from your second-semester fee payment in January.
Fee payment
Fees are payable in two equal instalments. First payment is at registration and the balance usually by the end of January.
How can I pay?
See different options on our How Do I Pay My Fees? page.
Any questions? See the 'Contact Us' section on the Fees Office page.
How To Apply
1. Check dates
Check the opening and closing dates for the application process in the yellow fact file boxes at the top of this webpage. The UCC online application portal usually opens around mid October.
2. Gather documents
Scanned copies of supporting documents have to be uploaded to the UCC online application portal and include:
- Original qualification documents listed on your application, including transcripts of results from institutions other than UCC.
- Any supplementary items requested for your course, if required.
3. Apply online
Apply online by clicking the red 'Apply Now' button below. Note most of our courses have a non-refundable €50 application fee.
Any questions? Use our web enquiry form to contact us.
The closing date for non-EU applications is Closed for applications