MSc Advanced Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Practice in Health and Social Care)
Key information
Learn about the latest developments in ophthalmic care and contribute to research that improves eye health care and practice across all settings. You will combine thorough research and analytical skills with excellent practical clinical experience to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically.
Benefits of this course
You will explore the latest theoretical and clinical developments relating to the role of ophthalmic nurse practitioner.
A key element of this course is prescribing within the context of ophthalmic nursing. You will complete the non-medical prescribing programme in addition to other modules that will further enhance your prescribing competence.
You will gain a thorough grounding in research skills and applied data analysis to support your role as an evidence-based practitioner.
Elective modules will allow you to build your professional knowledge and pursue your particular areas of interest.
Award
You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.
Master of Science (MSc)
Who is this course for?
If you are a registered nurse currently working in ophthalmic health (with at least two years experience), this master's programme will prepare you for progression into senior, advanced and educational posts within ophthalmology.
Career
This master's degree will enhance your professional skills in practice, research and teaching and prepare you for a range of specialist, leadership or educational roles, such as:
advanced nurse practitioner or specialist nurse in ophthalmology
nurse management
student support
research nurse
higher education.
Key information
Learn about the latest developments in ophthalmic care and contribute to research that improves eye health care and practice across all settings. You will combine thorough research and analytical skills with excellent practical clinical experience to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically.
Benefits of this course
You will explore the latest theoretical and clinical developments relating to the role of ophthalmic nurse practitioner.
A key element of this course is prescribing within the context of ophthalmic nursing. You will complete the non-medical prescribing programme in addition to other modules that will further enhance your prescribing competence.
You will gain a thorough grounding in research skills and applied data analysis to support your role as an evidence-based practitioner.
Elective modules will allow you to build your professional knowledge and pursue your particular areas of interest.
Award
You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.
Master of Science (MSc)
Who is this course for?
If you are a registered nurse currently working in ophthalmic health (with at least two years experience), this master's programme will prepare you for progression into senior, advanced and educational posts within ophthalmology.
Career
This master's degree will enhance your professional skills in practice, research and teaching and prepare you for a range of specialist, leadership or educational roles, such as:
advanced nurse practitioner or specialist nurse in ophthalmology
nurse management
student support
research nurse
higher education.
