SoNM Postgraduate Programmes 2024-2025
The 2024/25 listing and details of the School of Nursing & Midwifery Postgraduate Programmes
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School of Nursing and Midwifery at a Glance
Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2024-2025
Postgraduate Certificate
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
Higher Diploma/Masters in Midwifery
Masters in Nursing
MSc in Healthcare Quality Improvement
PhD
BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Modules
Programme details that are included in this publication may be subject to change
Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
The School of Nursing and Midwifery opened in 1994 with 1 programme and in 2022 has:
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¤712k OVER
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
€712,232 RESEARCH INCOME IN 2022
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
PROGRAMMES
ACTIVE GRANTS TOTALLING OVER ¤ 2M
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
40 OVER
871 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ACROSS 5 PROGRAMMES
163
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENROLLED ON OUR PROGRAMMES
MSc(taught)/MSc Res/PhD/DN
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
393
73 PEER-REVIEW PUBLICATIONS
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ACROSS 23 PROGRAMMES
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Over the past 25 years the School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC has:
Attained over 7.5 million euro in research funding ¤7.5m
2,000
Graduated 5,200 nurses and midwives 5,200
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
Provided postgraduate education and continuing professional
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
development to 2,000 nurses and midwives
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Impacted national health and social care policy and practice
50+
1,700
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
Published over 1,700 research papers
Graduated more than 50 doctoral students
MASTERS IN NURSING
1,300
Maintained a Global Top 100 place in the QS World University Subject Rankings for Nursing for five consecutive years. Top School in the Country and 51st-75th in the world according to the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) released by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy in 2020. Maintained a Global Top 100 place in the QS World University Subject Rankings for Nursing for six consecutive years. Top School in the Country and in the Top 50 in the world according to the released by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy.
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
1,300 students registered on our programmes each year
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Certificate
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NURSE/MIDWIFE PRESCRIBING
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The Postgraduate Certificate Nurse/Midwife Prescribing will give you the theoretical and practical knowledge to be competent in medication management. The course complies with the statutory, professional and interdisciplinary framework for the development of expertise in the area of prescriptive authority. Entry Requirements • Up-to-date registration with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. • Minimum of 3 years post-registration clinical experience (within the past 5 years with at least one year in the area in which prescribing is proposed and excludes time spent undertaking further post registration programmes). • Possession of competencies recognised at Level 8 of the NQAI framework. • Demonstration of continuous professional development and ability to study at Level 8. • Support from employer and completed Site Self-Declaration Form. • Nomination and confirmation of a designated medical practitioner mentor (completed Site Self-Declaration Form, signed by the Medical Practitioner/Mentor).
Course Code: CNMP
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course duration: 6 months consisting of 11 days theory and a practical element of 96 hours achieved through mentorship in the clinical setting. The clinical element of the course is provided is your dedicated medical practitioner who will act as your mentor. How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Further information contact: Dr Rena Creedon Course Coordinater
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Email: r.creedon@ucc.ie Tel: +353 (0)21 4901495
Ms Caroline Brady Nevin Email: c.bradynevin@ucc.ie Tel: +353 (0)21 4901480
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme This programme philosophy values the concept of positive ageing and the unique individual characteristics of the older person. This exciting programme will provide you with the opportunities to develop knowledge, clinical skills and professional networks to provide contemporary models of age attuned care across diverse settings. The range of topics covered include: Frailty • Dementia • Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment • Safe-guarding and mental capacity • Physical Health assessment • Palliative care at end-of life (symptom Management), Advanced care planning • Quality Improvement in older adult care. Course Delivery The structure of the programme delivery is blended which incorporates face-to-face classroom sessions and online (18 classroom days September – May plus 1 orientation day in August). Entry Requirements This programme is opened to Registered General Nurses, Registered Intellectual Disability Nurses and Registered Mental Health Nurses with a minimum of 6 months post registration experience (excluding courses) and at least 6 months experience working with older people. Applicants need to hold active registration on the professional register maintained by the Irish Nursing & Midwifery Board.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course Code: PDNG
Course duration: The course runs from September to May. A 1-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory.
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme.
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw06/
Further information contact: Patricia Fehin Email: P.Fehin@ucc.ie
A reliable broadband connection is required.
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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ONCOLOGY NURSING
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The post graduate diploma in oncology nursing provides a structured programme of study that encourages and supports the advancement of oncology nursing knowledge and practice to help nurses provide expert care to individuals living with a diagnosis of cancer and their families. Course Delivery The structure of the programme delivery is blended which incorporates a mixture of online and some face-to-face classroom sessions. This provides greater flexibility and allows students to work at their own pace. Entry Requirements Hold professional registration as a nurse with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be eligible for such registration. Have a minimum of 6 months experience in oncology practice and be currently working in an oncology setting.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course Code: PDNOCN
Course duration: The course is run over a one year period from September to May. A 1-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory.
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
PhD
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Further information contact: Dr Patricia O’Regan
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Programme Coordinator Email: p.oregan@ucc.ie
A reliable broadband connection is required.
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL NURSING
This programme is mainly online
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About the Programme The PG Diploma – Medical/surgical pathway 8 is a very practically based Programme to assist general nurses meet the challenges of increased levels of patient acuity along with ethical and patient-safety challenges in medical surgical settings. There is particular emphasis on the development of assessment skills and early detection of patient deterioration as well as nurse-led (and multidisciplinary) interventions. The self-directed, theoretical and physical skills’ learning is then applied to simulated critical, clinical incident scenarios within our State-of-the-Art Clinical Skills & Simulation Resource Centre (CSSRC). Having Clinical and Advanced Nurse Specialists in nursing , medicine and allied professionals actively involved in the delivery and theoretical input of the programme greatly enhances the clinical practice application of this particular programme. To date nurses have enjoyed the challenges of this programme and enhanced career prospects following their personal and professional development and autonomy. See students’ testimonials in “Why choose this course” on the UCC prospectus page: https://www.ucc.ie/en/ckw15/ Course Delivery The structure of the programme delivery is blended which means the course content is delivered through lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials and simulations in combination with online content delivery using our virtual learning environment, known as Canvas. Some classes are online and others are face to face. There are eight days of classes over 16 weeks (normally one every two weeks) in each semester. This provides greater flexibility and allows students to work at their own pace. PG students from other programmes (including international students) join some modules. This increases the cultural diversity in relation to Health Care Provider backgrounds which in turn further enhances discussions and cross fertilization of ideas around nurse-led clinical practice decision-making within private, public, Irish and other health service providers. Entry Requirements This programme is open to Registered General Nurses. Applicants must have a minimum of six months of post-registration experience (excluding courses) and at least six months experience working in medical or surgical wards/units.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course Code: PDNMS
Course duration: The course runs from September to May. A 1-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory.
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
No intake for 2024 Next intake is September 2025.
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Full programme information: https://www.ucc.ie/en/cku08/
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Further information contact: Michele Hughes
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Programme Coordinator Email: M.Hughes@ucc.ie
A reliable broadband connection is required.
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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NEONATOLOGY
This programme is mainly online
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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The aims of the programme are to encourage the personal and professional development of students so as to enable them to become knowledgeable and skilled practitioners in assessment and in the implementation of research based practice in neonatal nursing. Successful completion of the programme leads to a specialist qualification in Neonatal Nursing. Course Delivery A number of modules are delivered as blended learning with online content and attendance for workshops and tutorials. Neonatal modules are delivered in partnership with neonatal services in Cork University Maternity Hospital. Entry Requirements An active Nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Applicants should have a minimum six months experience in Neonatal Nursing. Applicants must be working in a Neonatal unit and have support from their Nurse Manager to undertake this programme.
Course Code: PDNN Course duration: One full calendar year (September – August). A 1-day orientation programme will be held prior to the programme starting and compulsory attendance is required. No intake for 2024 Next intake is September 2025. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw09/ Further information contact: Ms Claire Hayes Email: c.hayes@ucc.ie
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
A reliable broadband connection is required.
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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SPECIALIST MENTAL HEALTH NURSING PRACTICE
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About the Programme This course places a strong emphasis on how mental health nurses can most effectively translate knowledge and skills into practice. It invites and challenges mental health nurses to think critically and creatively about how they, and their organisations work with people who are experiencing mental health difficulties. The course is organised within the parameters of the five roles of the clinical nurse specialist and is underpinned by the principles and values of recovery, human rights, and trauma informed approaches. The modules in this course focus on developing proficiency in research, ethics, the application of advanced assessment skills, a range of psycho-social interventions and the principles of leadership, management and practice development. This will facilitate mental health nurses in engaging with lifelong personal and professional development through flexible modes of learning. Course Delivery This programme is delivered using a blended learning approach with online learning and in person teaching/workshops. College attendance during the year is from late August until April the following year with approximately 16 days attendance spread over that period. There is also a clinical practice element to this programme requiring the completion of a clinical competence booklet. Entry Requirements Applicants must be Registered Psychiatric Nurses and should normally: (a) h old active registration on the Psychiatric Nursing division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI), or be eligible for such registration as required for the programme. (b) h ave clinical practice experience opportunities (and support structures) as required for the programme. (c) h ave a minimum of one year of post-registration experience (excluding courses), of which at least six months experience in the area of mental health care.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: PDNSMH
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course duration: The course runs from September to May. A 1-day orientation takes place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory. How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw08/
Further information contact:
Dr. Maria O’Malley Email: momalley@ucc.ie
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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INTENSIVE CARE NURSING
This programme is mainly online
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The aim of this programme is to challenge nurses to think critically and creatively about intensive care nursing and to enable students to develop their knowledge and skills in pace with developments in the critical care environment. It further aims to provide students with a platform from which to further their academic and professional portfolio. Course Delivery This programme is delivered using a blended learning approach. This approach incorporates both synchronous and asynchronous online learning coupled with in class (17 days) lectures, workshops and high fidelity simulation. There is also a clinical practice element to this programme. Entry Requirements Applicants must: Hold active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Possess a minimum of one year post registration clinical experience (excluding courses) and at least six months experience in Intensive Care. Possess current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Course Code: PDNIC
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course duration: The course runs from September to May. A 1-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory.
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw05/ Further information contact: Dr Sean Kelleher
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Programme Coordinator Email: S.Kelleher@ucc.ie
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY NURSING
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The aims of the programme are to encourage the personal and professional development of students so as to enable them to become knowledgeable and skilled practitioners in assessment and in the implementation of research based practice, in emergency nursing. Course Delivery Semester One: Three Block/full weeks and five one day workshops on five separate weeks. Semester Two: One Block/full week and two one day workshops on two separate weeks. Semester Three: Clinical practice experience – no College dates. Entry Requirements An active Nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Minimum of one year clinical experience (excluding courses). At least six months recent experience in Emergency Nursing.
Course Code: PDNTE Course duration:
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
One full calendar year (September – August). A 1-day orientation will take place the week prior to the starting date and attendance is compulsory. No intake for 2024 Next intake is September 2025. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw04/ Further information contact: Dr Patrick Cotter Course Coordinator Email: patrick.cotter@ucc.ie Tel: +353 (0)21 4901640
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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COMMUNITY AND PRIMARY HEALTHCARE About the Programme The future of healthcare in Ireland seeks to transform our health and social care services via the expansion of community and primary care. This vision is embodied by Sláintecare whose goal, of providing care closer to home for patients and service users, requires trained professionals from diverse healthcare backgrounds. This unique programme will provide graduates that will be well-positioned to meet the healthcare needs of patients and service users in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. The Diploma in Community and Primary Healthcare will enhance your knowledge and skills in prevention, early intervention, and self-management of conditions in the community, and promote an understanding of diverse populations and the importance of integration of services for the continuity of care. Course Delivery The Diploma in Community and Primary Healthcare may be taken over 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time and offers a flexible mode of learning. The structure of the programme delivery is blended which incorporates a mixture of online and some face-to-face classroom sessions. This provides greater flexibility and allows students to work at their own pace. Entry requirements Applicants must: (a) Have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in a relevant subject area such as Clinical Therapies, Nursing, Midwifery, or other allied health professions. (b) Be a practising professional in a recognised core healthcare profession in the community or primary healthcare setting. (c) Provide evidence of current registration as a registered healthcare professional with a relevant professional regulatory/registration body in Ireland. (d) H ave a minimum of 6 months post-registration experience working within a community or primary care setting.
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: PDCPH Course duration The Postgraduate Diploma in
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Community and Primary Healthcare (60 credits) is a blended programme that can be completed full-time over one academic year or part-time over 2 academic years. No intake for 2024 Next intake is September 2025. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
Full programme information: https://www.ucc.ie/en/pdcph/
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Further information contact: Dr Maria Caples m.caples@ucc.ie +353 (0)21 490 1515
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
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Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme The overall aim of this level nine programme is to develop informed and skilled public health nurses. On successful completion of the programme, participants can apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland for registration as a Public Health Nurse (RPHN). Course Delivery Students undertake eight modules to the value of 60 credits. There are four blocks of placement with a registered public health nurse in the sponsoring HSE area. Students who are not registered with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) as a midwife will undertake a five week placement at a maternity hospital. Entry Requirements The recruitment and sponsorship of student public health nurses is a national joint application process between the Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and the HSE. Requirements may vary slightly from year to year depending on HSE needs. However, in general to apply for this course: Be registered in the General Nursing Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or entitled to be so registered and have a minimum of 2 years post registration general nursing experience. OR Be registered in the General Nursing Division and another Division of the Register (including Registered Midwife (RM), Registered Children’s Nurse (RCN), Registered Nurse Intellectual Disability (RNID) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) Divisions of the Register of Nurses and Midwives) maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or entitled to be so registered, and have a minimum of 12 months post registration general nursing experience as an RGN, and have a minimum of 12 months post registration experience as an RM or RCN or RNID or RPN.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course duration: This is a one-year, full-time programme, usually running from September to June inclusive each year.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
MASTERS IN NURSING
Please see the following link for important information regarding the application and recruitment policy: http://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/Jobs/Job_ Search/Nursing/PHNSponsorship/ (note this link is open only when the recruitment process is active). Cost: Fees covered under the terms of the sponsorship contract with the HSE.
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw01/ Further information contact: Dr Lloyd Philpott Programme Coordinator Email: lloyd.philpott@ucc.ie
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
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COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY About the Programme The Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a part time two-year programme. It is aligned with the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and individuals who meet the criteria for core profession and successfully complete this programme will have met the minimum training standards and can apply for individual accreditation. It is possible to exit after completing the first year with an award of Postgraduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (although this will not meet all the requirements to be 1. Have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or an equivalent qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Nursing, Medicine, Social Work, Clinical Therapies, or other allied disciplines). 2. Be a practising professional in a recognised Core Profession* as follows: • Arts Therapists – Registered with appropriate body. • Counselling – Accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), National Counselling Society (NCS), Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland (COSCA), OR Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals’ National Counsellor Accreditation Certificate (FDAP NCAC) • Medicine – Psychiatrist or General Practitioner, MBChB or MBBS, and usually PG training with membership of ICGP/ MRCGP, College of Psychiatrists/ MRCP or MRCPsych • Occupational Therapy – BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy, MSc Occupational Therapy, OR Diploma of the College of Occupational Therapists (DipCOT) and CORU Registered • Psychotherapy/ Psychotherapeutic Counselling – Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) or United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Registered • Registered Nurse – Mental Health (RPN), or Learning Disability registered with the NMBI • Social Work – Certificate of Qualification in Social Work (CQSW), Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), MA Social Work, or BA/BSc Hons Social Work. Registered in Ireland with CORU or in the UK with one of four UK regulators - Social Work England (SWE), Social Care Wales (SCW), Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) • Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology - accredited by the Irish or British Psychological Society (BPS) and Registered as Practitioner Psychologist • Educational Psychology - Doctorate or Qualification in Educational Psychology Stage 2 (QEPS) - must have PSI Ireland/ BPS Chartership (CPsychol) and HCPC Registration as Practitioner Psychologist accredited as a CBT Therapist). Entry requirements
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
• Health Psychology – Qualification in Health Psychology Stage 2 (QHP) - must have PSI Ireland/ BPS Chartership (CPsychol) and HCPC Registration as Practitioner Psychologist • Forensic Psychology – Qualification in Forensic Psychology Stage 2 (QFP) - must have PSI Ireland/ BPS Chartership (CPsychol) and HCPC Registration as Practitioner Psychologist
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Course duration: Two years Part-time
PhD
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckw21
Further information contact: Dr James O’Mahony Email: James_omahony@ucc.ie
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Higher Diploma in Midwifery
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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme The Higher Diploma in Midwifery is a full-time programme. for qualified general nurses. The programme leads to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland as a registered midwife. Successful applicants receive a contract of employment from the HSE for the duration of the programme. Registered midwives who complete the programme will be eligible for midwifery registration in another EU Member State when they have completed one further year of clinical practice. Course Delivery Students take 50 credits in Year 1 and 40 credits in Year 2. The course is full-time and offered in partnership predominantly with Cork University Maternity Hospital, but students may be allocated to other maternity units in the South West Hospital Group. Entry Requirements Hold professional registration as a general nurse with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or be eligible for such registration. Course Duration The programme duration is 18 months (80 weeks) and is offered on a continuous basis with students commencing the programme in either September or March.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
How to apply: Programme is advertised by the HSE. Application is then online at www.ucc.ie/apply followed by
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
interview with the National Recruitment Service (NRS).
MASTERS IN NURSING
Cost: EU candidates will receive full funding for the programme. Other candidates will need to contact the NRS for eligibility criteria.
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/hdmh/
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Further information contact: Agnes Phelan Programme Lead Email: agnes.phelan@ucc.ie
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Masters (Midwifery)
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MASTERS (MIDWIFERY)
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme The MSc Midwifery is a part-time taught programme for registered midwives. There are 60 credits in Year 1 and 30 credits in Year 2. Year 1: Students can choose from a range of modules subject to availability. Year 2: Modules MH6014 Advanced Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (10 credits) NU6051 Dissertation (20 credits) Applicants with a Higher Diploma in Midwifery can apply for direct access to Year 2 (30 credits). Hold professional registration as a midwife with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be eligible for such registration. Entry Requirements Direct entry to Year 2, applicants with a Higher Diploma in Midwifery can apply for direct access to Year 2 (30 credits). Hold professional registration as a midwife with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be eligible for such registration. Course Duration For these modules students will be invited to attend a session in August to introduce them to the blended learning component of relevant modules.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: Year 1 – MSCMWF Year 2 – MSCMWF2 How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme.
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckx09/
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Further information contact: Agnes Phelan Programme Lead Email: agnes.phelan@ucc.ie
Further details in link: www.ucc.ie/en/ckx09/
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Masters in Nursing
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MASTERS IN NURSING STUDIES (TAUGHT) DIRECT ENTRY YEAR 2 About the Programme The MSc Nursing Studies (Year 2) aims to build on existing knowledge and skills from postgraduate diploma level education to enhance professional practice and career opportunities. Students take 30 credits in Year 2. YEAR 2: MH6014 Advanced Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (10 credits) NU6073 Dissertation (20 credits). Entry Requirements Direct entry to Year 2 is possible for applicants who have completed a Higher Diploma/Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery or Public Health Nursing in the previous 5 academic years from the date of successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma Examinations, subject to the programme being available.
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: MSCNU2
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Course duration: One year (part-time). Students will be invited to attend a session in August to introduce them to the Co-ordinator and the online blended learning component of relevant modules. How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme. Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/ Further information contact: Dr Serena Fitzgerald Email: serena.fitzgerald@ucc.ie
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Further details in link: www.ucc.ie/en/ckx13/
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Masters in Nursing
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ADVANCED PRACTICE (NURSING/MIDWIFERY) About the Programme The MSc in Advanced Practice (Nursing/Midwifery) is available as a part-time programme completed over two academic years. The programme is designed to prepare participants as autonomous practitioners, who are clinically competent and skilled in the delivery of high quality direct care. For admission to the MSc in Advanced Practice (Nursing/Midwifery), applicants are required to: (a) Have a minimum of an honours primary degree in Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent. (b) Hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the NMBI. (c) Provide evidence of support from an employer and completed Site Declaration Forms signed by the Director of Nursing/ Midwifery/Public Health/ authorised Nurse/Midwife Manager containing confirmation of a clinical supervisor who will provide supervision, support and learning opportunities, including opportunities to practice under supervision to gain the required competencies and clinical competence to practice at an advanced level in nursing or midwifery. (d) Applicants must comply with current minimum entry requirements for admission to the programme of education for nurse/midwife prescribing: • A pplicants must have three years’ recent post registration clinical experience in nursing/midwifery (this must be within the past 5 years) with the equivalent of one-year full-time experience in the specific area of practice. • A pplicants must provide nomination and confirmation of a clinical supervisor (completed Site Self-Declaration Forms signed by the clinical supervisor).
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: MSCANM
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
Interested applicants are advised to apply early to ensure being offered a place on the programme.
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Course Codes: CKX24
PhD
Cost: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Further information contact: Dr Patrick Cotter Course Co-ordinator Email: patrick.cotter@ucc.ie Tel: +353 (0)21 4901640
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
MSc in Healthcare Quality Improvement
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MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT (Fully online)
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
About the Programme The MSc in Healthcare Quality Improvement is an online programme that offers a flexible online approach to learning, designed to allow healthcare professionals to undertake their studies while working simultaneously. Course Delivery This part time online degree programme consists of seven 10-credit modules, and one 20-credit module. Each 10-credit module will be delivered over a six-week period with one module delivered at a time. Five 10-credit modules to the value of 50-credits in Year 1 must be completed before registering for Year 2. Two 10-credit and one 20-credit module (Dissertation) will be delivered in Year 2. The 20-credit Dissertation module will be delivered over 33 weeks. Entry Requirements Applicants must be qualified healthcare professionals registered with the regulatory body in their country of residence. Applicants must have a primary degree, Level 8 or equivalent. Applicants from outside the European Union region or whose first language is not English must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.
How to apply: Application is online at www.ucc.ie/apply
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
Course Code: MSCNH
Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckx22/ Orientation: One-week online orientation
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
Cost: visit: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/ fees/ Further information contact: Dr Sile Creedon Programme Coordinator Year 1 Email: sile.creedon@ucc.ie Prof. Gerry Lee Programme Coordinator Year 2 Email: GLee@ucc.ie
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
A reliable broadband connection is required.
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Programme for International Students
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MSc NURSING (NON EU)
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme The MSc (Nursing) non clinical pathway is a full-time programme (i.e. 90 credits) taken over 12 months from the date of first registration (commencing in September of each year). The purpose of the programme is to enable students to further develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes gained at Bachelor level and apply these to professional practice in a rapidly evolving healthcare system globally. Entry Requirements (a) Must hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing Board/Statutory Body in their own country. (b) Must hold a primary degree in nursing (minimum Second Class Honours standard) or an equivalent qualification. (c) If first language is not English, provide current evidence (i.e. within past 2 years) of proficiency in English as follows: • 5 minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.5 in each band or equivalent) or any other tests as deemed suitable by the School of Nursing & Midwifery. How to apply Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/ckx19 For further information please visit: Masters Programme for International Students in Ireland (ucc.ie) Course code: MSCNRI Applicants can apply online at: www.ucc.ie/apply
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
If you require further information the contact details are: Tel: +353 (0)21 4904734 Email: internationaloffice@ucc.ie Fees: €19,300 (Scholarships available) visit: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/ fees/ Note: The MSc Nursing (Non EU) degree is an academic qualification and does not lead to registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
Further information Contact Ms Carol Condon Programme Co-ordinator Email: carol.condon@ucc.ie Tel. +353 (0)21 4901486
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
PhD
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PhD NURSING/ PhD MIDWIFERY About the Programme The PhD Nursing/Midwifery is a full-time programme taken over 3 years from the date of first registration (commencing in October/ January/April/July of each year). It is designed to provide students from a range of different nursing backgrounds with a Doctoral degree. The purpose of the PhD in Nursing/Midwifery degree programme is to prepare scholars who will discover and extend scientific knowledge that advances the science and practice of nursing, midwifery and health care. Entry Requirements Applicants must: (a) hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing/Midwifery Board or Statutory Body in their country of origin. (b) hold Second Class Honours, Grade I, in an approved primary degree, or other such other evidence under the University’s policy for Recognition of Prior Learning for Admission to Research Degrees. (c) if first language is not English, provide current evidence (i.e., within past 2 years) of proficiency in English (e.g., International English Language Testing System [IELTS]) of a minimum score of 6.5 with no less than a score of 6 in each of the components. How to Apply Application material is available from the International Office. Web: www.ucc.ie/en/international Tel: +353 (0)21 4904734. Email: internationaloffice@ucc.ie Applicants can apply online at www.ucc.ie/apply Course Code: PHDM Applicants are required to complete a full application for the programme and to submit a short research proposal, academic transcripts, professional references, professional registration details, Curriculum Vitae and identity documents.
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course duration: 3 years from date of registration.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Closing date for applications: There are 4 application dates January/April/July/October of each year. For application and further information please visit: www.ucc.ie/en/ international/studyatucc/ postgraduateprogrammes/ researchprogrammes/
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
EU Fee: (Years 1, 2, 3, 4) €5,770 and €1,700 for subsequent year s Non EU Fee: (Years 1, 2, 3, 4) €11,700 and €1,700 for subsequent years visit: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/ fees/
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Further information contact: Dr Mohamad M. Saab Director of Graduate Studies Email: msaab@ucc.ie Tel. +353 (0)21 4901467
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
Masters by Research
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MSc NURSING (BY RESEARCH) AND MScMIDWIFERY (BY RESEARCH) About the Programme The candidate will pursue a course of supervised research. The student will submit a thesis on the work completed during the course of their study. This thesis will be assessed by both an internal and an external examiner. Entry Requirements and Procedure • To be eligible for consideration to undertake a programme of study for a Master’s Degree by Research, a candidate must have obtained a standard of at least Second Class Honours in an approved primary degree or present other such evidence under the University’s Policy for the Recognition of Prior Learning for Admission to Research Degrees. • All applications for admission to a programme of study and research for the Degree of Master will be considered by the relevant College/ Faculty, following recommendation of the Head of Department/ School in which the programme is to be pursued, after consultation with the Departmental/ School Graduate Studies Committee.
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Course Code: NMWMSM How to Apply
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
Application material is available from the International Office.
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
Web: www.ucc.ie/en/international Tel: +353 (0)21 4904734. Email: internationaloffice@ucc.ie Applicants can apply online at www.ucc.ie/apply Applicants are required to complete a full application for the programme and to submit a short research proposal, academic transcripts, professional references, professional registration details, Curriculum Vitae and identity documents.
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Course duration: 1 year from date of registration.
Closing date for applications: There are 4 application dates January/April/July/October of each year.
Further information contact: Dr Mohamad M. Saab Director of Graduate Studies Email: msaab@ucc.ie Tel. +353 (0)21 4901467
EU Fee: €4,855 per annum Non EU Fee: €11,600 per annum visit: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/fees/
Full programme information: https://ucc-ie-public.courseleaf.com/researchprogrammes
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Catherine McAuley School of Nursing and Midwifery UCC | Postgraduate Programmes
BSc Honours
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BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY AT A GLANCE
About the Programme The BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies is a full time post-registration degree programme (60 credits) for registered nurses. The programme is offered annually commencing in September of each year. On successful completion of the programme, graduates are awarded a National University of Ireland Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Hons) Nursing Studies degree. The BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies degree is aimed at building on the foundations provided by pre-registration programmes and professional experience. It should appeal to students from a number of clinical areas and from management positions. It will provide an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge applicable to an ever changing healthcare environment. Over the past four years this programme has appealed to applicants in fourteen different countries in Asia and Africa. Course Delivery Applicants will complete the BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies degree over 1 academic year. Students will be scheduled for at least 15 hours of organised daytime tuition each week. Entry Requirements (a) Applicants must hold active registration as a nurse in the professional register of their country of residence. (b) If first language is not English, provide current evidence (i.e. within past 2 years) of proficiency in English as follows: • minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.5 in each band or equivalent) or any other tests as deemed suitable by the School of Nursing & Midwifery. Note: The BSc (Hons) Nursing degree is an academic qualification and does not lead to registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE
How to apply Full programme information: www.ucc.ie/en/nursingstudies/ For application details and further information: www.ucc.ie/en/international/ studyatucc/ Please click on “Programmes” and then “How do I apply?” and follow instructions. If you require further information the contact details are: Tel: +353 (0)21 4904734 Email: internationaloffice@ucc.ie EU Fee: €4,000 Non EU Fee: €11,200 per annum visit: www.ucc.ie/en/financeoffice/ fees/
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTERS
HIGHER DIPLOMA/ MASTERS IN MIDWIFERY
MASTERS IN NURSING
MSc IN HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PhD
BSc (HONS) NURSING STUDIES
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULES
Further information Contact Dr Helen Mulcahy Programme Co-ordinator Email: helen.mulcahy@ucc.ie
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