Advanced Clinical Practice

Course Summary The MSc Advanced Clinical Practice at Middlesex University is designed for experienced practitioners aiming to meet nationally agreed advanced clinical practice criteria. This programme focuses on the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. By building on your existing skills and knowledge, combined with workplace learning and virtual modules, this course enables you to excel as an advanced clinical practitioner. The course offers five specialisms: Health Care Practice, Nursing, Mental Health, Midwifery, and Primary Care Nursing, and awards are tailored to your practice area.

Why Study This Course at Middlesex University? This course is structured to recognize and enhance your prior learning and professional experience. At Middlesex, you'll benefit from a unique, proactive personal tutoring system and tailored pre-programme consultations to ensure you are supported throughout your studies. A key feature of this course is the tripartite collaboration between you, your clinical supervisor, and your University tutor, ensuring your learning aligns with workplace demands and academic goals.

The programme is fully accredited by the Centre for Advancing Practice, ensuring it meets the highest standards. Middlesex’s approach includes preparation and ongoing support for clinical supervisors, helping foster a seamless integration between academic learning and clinical practice.

What Will You Gain? This MSc equips you with the competencies to practice confidently and effectively as an advanced clinical practitioner. You will refine your ability to lead, educate, and conduct research while advancing your clinical expertise. You'll gain skills in reflective practice, workplace learning, and critical decision-making, allowing you to implement evidence-based strategies in your field.

Additionally, the course offers recognition of prior learning and focuses on workplace-based education, ensuring your studies are relevant to your clinical environment. The degree will enable you to progress into senior roles within healthcare, contributing to service improvement and innovation.