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MSc Advanced Clinical Practice

De Montfort University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who want to advance their clinical skills and knowledge in a specialist area of practice. The course provides opportunities for students to develop their critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership abilities, as well as their ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. Students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and cases, and engage with guest speakers and industry experts. The course is delivered by experienced academics and practitioners, who are actively involved in shaping the field of advanced clinical practice.

Additional Information

Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including a dedicated clinical skills lab and opportunities for interprofessional learning. The course is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the needs of working healthcare professionals, with a range of part-time and full-time study options available. Graduates of the course will be well-prepared to take on leadership roles in their chosen field, or to pursue further research and academic opportunities.

Unlock Your Potential at De Montfort University - Leading the Way in Healthcare Education and Research

De Montfort University is a leading provider of healthcare education and research, with a strong reputation for producing high-quality graduates who are equipped to make a real impact in the field. The university has excellent links with local healthcare organizations, providing students with valuable opportunities for practical experience and networking. The faculty of Health and Life Sciences at De Montfort University is home to a diverse range of academic staff with extensive experience in their fields, offering students a wealth of knowledge and expertise to draw upon.

Why You Should Study This Course

One of the major changes envisaged in the NHS's Five Year Forward View and further developed in the Long Term Plan is the changing roles of nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals, essentially taking on roles that previously were the domain of medical staff. This has been happening for many years but numbers have increased significantly over recent times and with it a burgeoning desire to see standards set and the role clearly defined. There is unfortunately still no clear definition of what €˜advanced practice is and therefore the education and roles that the practitioner might be required to perform or undertake are also open to question. There is however clear support from all parties involved (across the UK) that the educational provision should be at Masters's level; and ideally a full MSc. The Department of Health (DoH) and HEE have published curriculum guidelines pertaining to the content of ACP courses in an attempt to introduce some standardization. The full MSc enhances the practitioners ability to appraise research, think critically, and prepares them to develop further beyond simply the role of an expert clinician.

General Eligibility

Standard entry requirements:

A professional qualification as a health care practitioner and currently registered with the relevant health care professional body.
Has an honours degree (2:2 or above) awarded by a British university or other equivalent approved degree awarding college/body.

What You'll Study

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2 Year 1

Advanced Consultation and physical examination skills
Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Clinical Practice
Independent Study – Advanced Practice

3 Year 2

Research methods for health professionals
Prescribing
Service Improvement Project

Language Requirement

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 7 or equivalent when you start the course is essential.

Programme Information

Course CategoryHealthcare and Nursing

Course LevelPostgraduate

Awarding BodyDe Montfort University

Campus NameLearning takes place at DMU in Leicester

DurationPart-Time 3/6 years

Available IntakeSeptember

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