Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway

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Galway, Ireland 1 year Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

Introduction

National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) is a historic university founded in 1845 and located in the vibrant city of Galway on Ireland’s west coast. Serving approximately 19,000 students, including around 4,000 international students, NUI Galway blends a strong research profile with a welcoming campus culture. The university’s location provides a rich cultural backdrop with music, arts, and proximity to scenic landscapes, offering a balanced student lifestyle.

Academic offerings span disciplines with research-led teaching and ample opportunities for international collaboration and mobility. Students benefit from well-resourced libraries, research centers, and dedicated supports for international learners, such as orientation, language assistance, and integration activities. The campus fosters active student societies, volunteer projects, and engagement with local industry, creating practical learning alongside academic rigor.

Graduates from NUI Galway gain credentials respected across Europe and beyond, supported by career services that facilitate internships, placements, and employer connections. Prospective international students should prepare transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a clear study plan to make the most of available programs. Early engagement with student services and faculty advisors helps customize course choices and research opportunities to individual ambitions within this historic and outward-looking university.

About the Program

Empowering Nurses. Advancing Care.

The Master of Science in Nursing (Advanced Practice Nursing) is designed for experienced registered nurses and provides the advanced clinical knowledge, health assessment skills, decision-making abilities, and competencies required to practice independently and confidently as an advanced nurse practitioner. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to register as Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner (RANP) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). This professional recognition significantly enhances employment opportunities within advanced practice and various roles within healthcare, research and Higher Education Institutions.

Unique Features

  • Dual Support Model: Comprehensive academic and clinical support ensures a strong foundation for applying advanced knowledge and skills in real-world healthcare settings.
  • Careers: The advanced nurse practitioner role is highly sought after in both the Health Service Executive (HSE) and private healthcare settings.

English Test Requirement

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

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