Guaranteed
Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2026
Keele University · Postgraduate
£5,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
KU
1 yearDuration
£4,400Per Year (Home)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Keele University, the PgCert Critical Care Practice provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year part-time structure. This course offers an exciting opportunity for nurses working in a critical care environment to achieve a nationally recognised transferable Award in Critical Care Practice at academic Level 7 and aligns with the National Standards for Critical Care Education and Competency Framework (CC3N, 2023). Why study this course? - The School of Nursing and Midwifery utilises modern teaching facilities, including simulation suites, skills labs and an anatomy suite - The programme uses the National Critical Care Competencies to align theory and clinical practice. The aim is to complete these com... Home/uk fees are £4,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Advanced Pathophysiology in Critical Illness
Pharmacology and Therapeutic Management in Critical Care
Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient
Evidence-Based Practice in Critical Care Nursing
Haemodynamic Monitoring and Organ Support
Professional Practice and Leadership in Critical Care
Research Methods and Critical Appraisal
Integrated Critical Care Practice Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Academic entry requirements Normally hold a professional registration with an appropriate body and with a minimum of 12 months current clinical experience in an appropriate Critical Care location. The applicant will have typically completed Step 1 Competencies for Adult Critical Care. Evidence of Level 6 study or recognition of experiential learning. English Language Entry Requirement for International Students This programme is available to international students working in the UK. As an intern |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£4,400
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Month of entry September Mode of study Part time Location Keele University campus Subject area Nursing Fees for 2026/27 academic year UK - Part time £4,400 per year Duration of study 1 year This course is no longer accepting applications from international students for the 2025/26 academic year. Enabling the practitioner to demonstrate competent performance in all the activities specified without direct supervision based upon relevant evidence-based knowledge, intuition and established practi
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Keele University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £23,000 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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