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PostgraduateMSc

Professional Nursing (Learning Disability)

Queen's University Belfast
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2 yearsDuration
£9,215Per Year (Intl)
£5,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Professional Nursing (Learning Disability) at Queen's University Belfast is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. The MSc Professional Nursing programme will enable you to graduate with a Masters from Queen’s University Belfast and you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD). Learning disabilities nurses work with children, adults and older adults with learning disabilities and their families. Learning disabilities nurses support people to improve their health and wellbeing and be as independent as possible. International tuition fees are £9,215 per year, home/UK fees are £5,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Learning Disabilities Nursing Practice
Healthcare Assessment and Clinical Skills
Mental Health and Behavioural Support
Safeguarding and Vulnerable Populations
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Leadership and Service Development
Integrated Health and Social Care
Applied Practice and Professional Placement
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£9,215

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£18,430

Home Student Fee

£5,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast offers Professional Nursing (Learning Disability) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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