The Master in Health Sciences (Acute Medicine) at the University of Galway is designed for registered nurses seeking to deepen their expertise in caring for patients with acute medical conditions. This postgraduate programme addresses the critical need for advanced clinical skills and evidence-based practice within acute medical units, short stay units, and similar environments. You will engage with essential areas such as recognising and responding to client deterioration, advanced research methods, and clinical governance, preparing you to enhance patient safety and service improvement within your practice.
This Masters degree is studied full-time on campus over two years, blending theoretical learning with essential practical experience. You will attend intensive face-to-face workshops and undertake a significant clinical practice component, potentially including additional placements, to meet the programme's learning outcomes. The curriculum includes core modules like Principles & Practice of Acute Medical Nursing and Essential Physical Assessment Skills, culminating in a research dissertation in your second year. Upon completion, you will graduate with a Masters Degree, equipped for advanced roles in acute medical nursing and healthcare leadership.