Course Overview
Offered by University of the West of Scotland, the MSc Advanced Practitioner provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in health sciences. Based in Hamilton, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. The MSc Advanced Practitioner Programme is designed to prepare registered healthcare professionals for the role of Advanced Practitioner. Advanced Practitioners are highly skilled autonomous professionals with the ability to make high level decisions independently, analysing complex problems in a range of healthcare contexts and settings. The programme is contemporary and multi-professional, developed and delivered by clinical and academic experts. International tuition fees are £2,700 per year, home/UK fees are £1,070 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £24,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements Applicants should be employed in an advanced practice role or traineeship in an environment relevant to their chosen pathway. They must have access to appropriate support and supervision to gain the required knowledge and skills within their own clinical area. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£2,700
per year
Home Student Fee
£1,070
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the West of Scotland
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £34,500 | £38,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £28,500 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £26,500 | £34,500 | £39,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About University of the West of Scotland
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