24 monthsProgramme duration
19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Nursing
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this course Become a Nurse, or expand your practice, and change patients' lives. This two year master’s is designed for graduates and career changers who want to become a registered Nurse. It's also ideal if you’re already a qualified Nurse and want a second field of registration. Your future career You'll learn to provide world-leading* care and support for adults, working across a range of healthcare settings. You'll graduate able to lead care, make complex decisions, evaluate practice, coordinate care, and advocate for your patients' needs. Key features of the course Our experienced educators and researchers will equip you with both the competence and confidence needed for a successful nursing career. With access to advanced facilities and a balanced approach to theory and practice, you’ll gain practical skills through hands-on placements in top healthcare settings. Placement settings include: - adult intensive care units - emergency departments - specialist medical wards - outpatient services - community services, such as the District Nursing Team - general, medical and surgical wards Further Information We accept applicants from all degree programmes, and have successful alumni from degrees including Psychology, Biology, English, Fine Art, Ship Science, Business Studies, Accountancy, Law, and Archaeology. Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements. *Nursing at Southampton is ranked 3rd in the UK, QS World Rankings by Subject 2025
International students may be eligible for our Global Talent in Adult Nursing Scholarship. Please see our website for further details: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/scholarships/global-talent-in-adult-nursing-scholarship
Programme overview
Main Subject
Nursing
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this course Become a Nurse, or expand your practice, and change patients' lives. This two year master’s is designed for graduates and career changers who want to become a registered Nurse. It's also ideal if you’re already a qualified Nurse and want a second field of registration. Your future career You'll learn to provide world-leading* care and support for adults, working across a range of healthcare settings. You'll graduate able to lead care, make complex decisions, evaluate practice, coordinate care, and advocate for your patients' needs. Key features of the course Our experienced educators and researchers will equip you with both the competence and confidence needed for a successful nursing career. With access to advanced facilities and a balanced approach to theory and practice, you’ll gain practical skills through hands-on placements in top healthcare settings. Placement settings include: - adult intensive care units - emergency departments - specialist medical wards - outpatient services - community services, such as the District Nursing Team - general, medical and surgical wards Further Information We accept applicants from all degree programmes, and have successful alumni from degrees including Psychology, Biology, English, Fine Art, Ship Science, Business Studies, Accountancy, Law, and Archaeology. Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements. *Nursing at Southampton is ranked 3rd in the UK, QS World Rankings by Subject 2025
International students may be eligible for our Global Talent in Adult Nursing Scholarship. Please see our website for further details: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/scholarships/global-talent-in-adult-nursing-scholarship
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