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PostgraduateMSc

Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Professional Practice

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Inverness, Scotland
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3 yearsDuration
£6,750Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the MSc Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Professional Practice at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). Based in Inverness, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. What is special about this course? Developed in partnership with expert clinical partners, and taught by subject experts, this course will equip nurses and allied health professionals to lead and deliver advanced healthcare. This innovative and contemporary programme is relevant to a variety of healthcare settings including remote and rural contexts. You will develop advanced knowledge and skills, through a combination of core and optional modules in relation to the four pillars of advanced practice clinical practice, leadership, facilitation of learning and evidence-based research and ... International tuition fees are £6,750 per year, home/UK fees are £2,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, and a 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Accessing materials via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE) For some modules
Face-to-
Mainly through supported online learning
Accessing materials via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE) For some modules
Face-to-face study days and assessment attendance at one of our campuses may be required e
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementSpecial features One of 7 UHI postgraduate courses to achieve a perfect 100% overall student satisfaction score (2025 PTES) An easy to navigate process exists for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for core

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£6,750

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£20,250

Home Student Fee

£2,250

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

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£29,000£30,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working
10%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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Thomas and Margaret Roddan Trust Bursary

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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Professional Practice as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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