MSc

Nursing/Registered Nurse: Adult Nursing

Learn more about studying Nursing/Registered Nurse: Adult Nursing as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,900GBP
  • Start date
    Apr

Program overview

What the University of Cumbria says about their program:

If you share our commitment to delivering compassionate care and have a 2:2 or above in any undergraduate degree, our Master’s in Adult Nursing is the perfect choice for you to become a nurse in just two years. Join our supportive community of nursing students and tutors, and study a dynamic course that emphasises hands-on training to prepare you for a fulfilling career in nursin

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Higher Secondary Education certificate

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Applicants will require a Bachelor's degree
  • Background education in the subject
  • Entry requirements for Masters degrees and PGCEs usually ask for a degree which for some programmes may need to be in a relevant subject area and/or at a minimum award classification.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6, Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5, Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5 PhD

  • IELTS

    6.5, Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6

English proficiency waivers

  • Students from the following predominantly English-speaking countries are not required to submit an English language proficiency score

    Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent (Grenadines), Trinidad & Tobago, United Kingdom, and United States.

  • You also do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you proved your level of English in a previous visa application.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Official translations
  • Reference letters
  • CV
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose (if applicable)
  • Proof of Financial Support
  • Proof of language proficiency
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from £13,575 to £16,400 per year.

  • Graduate tuition

    from £13,575 to £16,400 per year.

Funding

Cumbria Global Scholarships

- **Amount:** The University of Cumbria is offering an international fee discount scholarship of up to £2,000 per year of study. - **Requirements/Eligibility:** This is available to most Non-EU and Non-EEA international students enrolling with us in the academic year 2023/24.

UoC Global Undergraduate Scholarships

- **Amount:** £1,000 fees discount per year of study. - **Requirements/Eligibility:** For standard full-time on-campus taught courses (excluding all Pre-Registration Health courses).

UoC Global Postgraduate Scholarships

- **Amount:** £1,000 fees discount. - **Requirements/Eligibility:** For standard full-time on-campus taught courses (excluding all Pre-Registration Health courses).

UoC Global MBA Scholarships

- **Amount:** £2,000 fees discount. - **Requirements/Eligibility:** For standard full-time on-campus taught MBA courses.
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What is the cost of living near University of Cumbria?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect UK-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,015Range: £635 to £2,317
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£824Range: £600 to £1,709
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£242Range: £150 to £425
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£32Range: £25 to £43
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13Range: £9 to £30
Monthly public transport pass£75Range: £50 to £200
Monthly grocery basket£250Range: £180 to £350
Coffee shop drink£4Range: £3 to £5
Cinema or cultural event ticket£10Range: £8 to £15
Gym membership£35Range: £20 to £60

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Cumbria

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.