Nursing - Public Health Nursing

This programme is for applicants who hold a UCD Graduate Diploma Nursing (Public Health Nursing) Level 9. Applicants must be employed as Public Health Nurses at time of application and for the duration of the programme.



You will sharpen your analytical and critical thinking and develop knowledge and skills that will help you assume a leadership role in clinical care. Healthcare professionals require knowledge and skill in evidence synthesis and translating evidence into practice. This programme aims to support students to develop these competencies leading to enhanced EBP in their professional practice, leading to better quality, safe and individualised patient care.



What Will I Learn?

Students enrolled on the programme complete a 30 ETS module, NMHS 44020 Evidence Synthesis and Translation, over two Trimesters (September to May). Students work under the guidance of an allocated supervisor to write a thesis on a topic of their interest. The thesis will present a synthesis of existing evidence or an initiative to translate evidence into practice.



NFQ Level: 9 (90 credits)

Level: Graduate Taught

Award: Master of Science

Stage 1 Core Modules

NMHS44020: Evid synthesis & translation

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme.



Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page (https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax) for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

2 years part-time

Delivery: On Campus

X759: MSc Nursing (Public Health Nursing)

Master of Science



Part-Time: Commencing September 2025

Graduate Taught