Master in Nursing MSc

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Aug 21, 2027, and tuition is £30,000 full-time / £15,000 part-time per year (International).

About this course

Join a specialist programme for qualified nurses that will build on your existing nursing expertise. We’ll enhance your leadership, research and communication skills and prepare you for advanced and innovative practice as a specialist nurse, nurse manager, nurse educator or nurse researcher.

The MSc Nursing programme is a contemporary, vocational programme of postgraduate study that immerses qualified nurses in key issues and ideas relating to the four pillars of professional nursing: communication; leadership; education and research.

The curriculum is designed to advance students’ existing knowledge and enhance their skills in a highly specialised field, offering training in leadership and management skills for advanced clinical practitioners.

Optional modules enable you to focus on specific aspects of patient care of professional interest, making it a distinctive choice for those looking to advance their careers. The programme also includes interprofessional learning, allowing nurses to learn alongside therapeutic radiographers, aiming to develop collaborative professionals.

With a commitment to small-group teaching and tailored learning experiences, our small team of experienced nursing staff provides expert insights into managing complex care needs and fostering a supportive environment for educational and professional flexibility.

The University of Liverpool, founded in 1882 and located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, is a research-intensive institution with a global student body of around 32,000, including approximately 17,700 international students. The university offers a wide range of programs—over 200—across sciences, engineering, humanities, health and business, combining rigorous academics with practical industry links. Its historic campus and city connections provide a lively cultural setting and strong transport links across the UK and beyond.

Research and employability are central to the Liverpool experience, with interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities embedded in many degrees. Students benefit from modern facilities, dedicated career services and a supportive academic community that helps translate theory into professional practice. The university's global networks also create exchange and collaboration pathways for study abroad and joint research.

International students receive comprehensive support from pre-arrival guidance to on-campus services, including English language support, visa advice and student societies that foster social integration. Liverpool’s affordable living costs relative to other UK cities, combined with its cultural life and sporting traditions, make it attractive to students seeking a balanced academic and social experience. The University of Liverpool is well-suited to ambitious students aiming for impactful research, strong career outcomes and a cosmopolitan student life.