Advancing Practice

Robert Gordon University

Postgraduate MSc Blended learning (full-time) 18 Months Nursing

Advancing Practice MSc is a postgraduate degree at Robert Gordon University, based in Aberdeen, taught blended learning (full-time) over 18 months.

About this course

The MSc Advancing Practice course will equip you with contemporary knowledge to take forward the rapidly changing healthcare agenda, and make a positive difference. If you are an experienced registered nurse, midwife or health professional looking to develop a higher level of knowledge and skills required for specialist and advanced practice, then this course is for you.

The five routes within this programme prepare for a range of people and situations to deliver safe, effective and person-centred care at a higher level of practice. You will explore professional and clinical implications of working as an autonomous practitioner and develop the leadership skills to advance and lead new innovative healthcare services.

The five routes are: Clinical Practice, District Nursing, Health Visiting, Nursing (only route available to international students) and School Nursing.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Blended learning (full-time) Shown above

Duration: 18 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Aberdeen

Blended learning (part-time)

Duration: 36 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Aberdeen

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Blended learning (full-time)
Duration
18 Months
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Aberdeen
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Nursing