Course details

Course level

Apprenticeship

Qualification

MSc

Start date

September

Location

Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Course description

Choose a degree which can supply you with the tools to make a real difference to the lives of others

Our nursing programmes are approved to the NMC’s new Future nurse: Standards of Proficiency for registered nurses
This is a flexible course with routes to both a postgraduate diploma and the full MSc possible within just two years of full-time study. Both routes lead to registration with the NMC at the end of the two year course, as long as you meet the requirements
You will learn from a highly experienced and enthusiastic teaching team who are dedicated to providing you with the support you need to help you achieve your ambitions
You will be supported to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes required to deliver high quality, innovative, effective care and our use of clinical supervision throughout the course will enable you to develop resilience and reflective practice
As part of the programme you will gain practice experience by undertaking clinical placements in a wide range of learning disability settings, including: community, inpatient, forensic, respite and child services

Study one of our pathways:

Nursing (Adult) with NMC registration MSc
Nursing (Children's) with NMC registration (Incorporating PG Dip) MSc
Nursing (Learning Disabilities) MSc
Nursing (Mental Health) with NMC registration MSc

What you will study

Stage one

The Developing Nurse
Nursing in Practice Learning Disabilities

Stage two

Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
Application of Evidence within Nursing Practice

Stage three

Complexities in Learning Disability Nursing
Leading Innovation and Improvement for the Transition to Registration Learning Disabilities
Independent Scholarship

Please note that our modules are subject to change - we review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.

Entry requirements

Essential

Level 2 English qualification (GCSE Grade 4-9, GCSE Grade A-C, Level 2 Functional Skills English, Key Skills Level 2 Communication or equivalent)
Level 2 Maths qualification (GCSE Grade 4-9, GCSE Grade A-C, Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, Key Skills Level 2 Application of Number (Numeracy) or equivalent)
Honours Degree 2:2 or above
Recognition of prior experiential learning

Desirable

Science qualification (GCSE Grade 4-9, GCSE Grade A-C,or equivalent)
Educational study within the last 5 years

In addition

The applicant will be expected to complete two electronic portfolios to evidence how the applicant's past experiences are relevant to a career in nursing. One practice portfolio needs to evidence 450 hours of work experience and one theory portfolio that needs to evidence how the applicants’ prior educational experience is relevant to nursing.
The applicant must be working within a contractual relationship, this can be educational, employment or voluntary.
The applicant must demonstrate they are working within a setting where they have personally supported the health and or wellbeing needs of service users
Applicants must complete an occupational health assessment and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the selection process and any offer made will be subject to satisfactory outcome of these
If English is not your first language you must have achieved an IELTS score of at least level 6.5
To apply for this apprenticeship you must currently be in paid full-time employment. Your employer must cover the costs of the apprenticeship.

Fees and funding

Employers

Cost of the apprenticeship will normally be in line with the funding band level 6, but individual agreements will be considered depending on student numbers and the involvement of employers.

Apprentices

Fees will be paid by your employer with government funded support or through the apprenticeship levy.

Additional costs and optional extras

Contact us

Enquiry	Email	Phone
Apprenticeship Hub	apprenticeships@derby.ac.uk	+44 (0)800 001 5500

If you need any more information from us, eg on courses, accommodation, applying, car parking, fees or funding, please contact us and we will do everything we can to help you.

Additional information about your studies

Please note: Our courses are refreshed and updated on a regular basis. If you are thinking about transferring onto this course (into the second year for example), you should contact the programme leader for the relevant course information as modules may vary from those shown on this page.

Minimum numbers

Please note that this course is subject to minimum numbers in order to run.

Registered Nurse Degree ApprenticeshipMSc