PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing
at University College Cork, Cork

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PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing
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Overview

The duration of this program is 2 years. IELTS and PTE scores are accepted for admission to UCC PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing.

Duration	2 years
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing

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PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing
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Entry Requirements

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There are 7 clinical pathways to the degree of Masters in Nursing, all of which have an exit route available for the award of a Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing. The pathways to degree of Masters including the Diploma exit route are all available to view in the College Calendar

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Pathway 8 - Medical and Surgical Nursing

Applicants for this MSc in Nursing, including the PG Diploma exit route, should normally

Hold active registration on a division of the professional register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be eligible for such registration as required for individual pathways. For the Medical-Surgical Nursing Pathway, applicants must be Registered General Nurses

Have clinical practice experience (and support structures, if applicable) as required for individual pathways. For the Medical-Surgical Nursing Pathway, applicants must have a minimum of six months of post-registration experience (excluding courses) and at least six months experience in the speciality pathway applied for

Applicants must provide written evidence of support from their Director of Nursing/equivalent authorised Nurse Manager stating

The applicant will be working in the relevant specialist area for the duration of the programme for a minimum of 18.75 hours a week

They will be released from practice to attend the programme requirements

A Clinical Preceptor and/or Clinical Facilitator can support learning in the specialist area of practice for the duration of the programme

Note: In exceptional circumstances, applicants who do not fulfill the entry requirements may be recommended for entry to the programme under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) following a review of their individual qualifications and experience by the programme committee. Such applicants may be invited for an interview to satisfy the selection committee of their suitability for the programme. Admission of such applicants will be subject to the approval of the School of Nursing and Midwifery

Note: Prospective students who do not fulfill the clinical practice experience entry requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical-Surgical Nursing may be eligible to apply for the Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing programme (30 credits)

For Applicants with Qualifications Completed Outside of Ireland

Applicants must meet the required entry academic grade, equivalent to Irish requirements. For more information see our Qualification Comparison page

International/Non-EU Applicants

For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students

In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments

Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office

English Language Requirements

Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information
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Rankings

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#351	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#105	Europe QS, 2025
#301	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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University College Cork
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

57% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Easy going

Internships3

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs3.5

Quality of faculty4.1

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.8

Public transportation3.9

Safety4.6

Indian Food3.7

Permanent Immigration4.1

Anonymous

MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2025

3.8

Planned risks for your dreams.

Tips: Take a minute to really understand what you want for your future. Does the course you are having on your kind bring you any closer to the career that you have in your mind. Is it giving you a boost for the career path you are on. Don't solely take a course because the masses refer to it. Even a course that is not that popular but aligns with your history would definitely be a game changer. A course that's totally unrelated to what you did for your Bachelors or your professions won't get you a job in that stream without relevant experience. Do a proper and detailed check before learning in. Because financially, this would take some time for you to recover and get back on track.

Likes (Part time work): UCC supports part time. They even provide you with part time tutoring opportunities, with very good pay. Also there are good part time opportunities overall. Will have to struggle initially, but with time things will shape really great. Everyone I know got part time. You will get seasonal opportunities and if you play your cards right, that's a permanent position.

Dislikes (Internships): There won't be any support for internships from the university for the specific Masters course. If you find one, they can recommend you. During our induction, they clearly mentioned that they won't support internships or even part times considering the academic loads we have for this course. But it's not that heavy and we can balance it with part times to a good extent. Prepare early and aim for on time scheduled work for efficiency. It's not going to be easy, but things will work out in the end.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026Read more

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MEngSc in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing, Process and Automation Systems) - Batch of 2023

4.1

There are plenty of great Indian food places in Cork city.

Tips: The course duration is very short and you can't have every experience during those few months. If you can put your head down for the first two semesters, it's smooth sailing forward. Don't worry about part time job, partying or repaying your loan during the college term. You can do that very easily if you complete your college properly.

Likes (Indian Food): There are plenty of great Indian food places in Cork city. Very authentic South Indian and North Indian region specific restaurants are available. We can also get all the ingredients we want here at very similar prices. So do not carry basics like price and daal from India. Use that luggage space for something else.

Dislikes (Internships): Internships for Master's are not really a thing in Ireland. Most Irish kids do their Internships during their final year in high school and a few during under graduation. What is common is working for the company you do your project with. Those technical facts as an internship for Master's.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1800

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 42000

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Finance (Corporate Finance) - Batch of 2026

4.3

The university is really friendly and helpful for students.

Tips: I became more disciplined and able to manage time well. There are cultural shifts but only positive. Got a 2000 scholarship from the university on the basis of work experience and my undergrad score. I am totally satisfied with my university; I got to learn a lot in finance. They teach us the things that we do and need in the real world, not just unnecessary theories as they do in India.

Likes (Student Life): The university campus is really big and beautiful. It is so green and peaceful. We also have sports facilities in the university. Gym, swimming, football, basketball, squash, etc. I have 3-4 days of classes per week. One class is 2 hours each, and I have a total of 6-7 classes in one week, which is quite manageable. There are events at every festival, recruitment event, and social event. I have joined the commerce club and the volleyball club.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Here we have less options for food as compared to India, also eating outside in India was feasible. Here it's too expensive. At least 6-10 a meal. There are some Indian restaurants in the city as well. I cook myself most of the time, because it is more affordable and healthy at the same time. Eating outside is not at all an affordable option but sometimes on weekends, I eat outside.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 35000

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026Read more

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MSc in Food Business and Innovation - Batch of 2026

4.7

Budget friendly and safe option for freshers.

Tips: 3 years plus experience is must as job market is getting difficult in 2025. 2,000-3,000 euros is enough for the expenditure as you can manage expenses through part time as living costs here are less than dublin. Choose your university wisely as it can be a game changer for you based on your experience in your field.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 38000

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025Read more

Shraddha Jadhav Verified Icon

MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2026

4.9

Really good experience studying at UCC.

Tips: The course is fast-paced and has a lot of projects so managing time is crucial. After coming here it took time for me to adjust but the people in college, the teaching staff and everyone are really helpful and kind so it gets easier. I am happy with the course and the university. It's been a good experience so far.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation in the area is convenient, reliable and well connected to the campus. The frequency of bus is good and it's easy to commute to and from university. The transportation system makes it accessible for students who don't have personal vehicles and the routes cover most areas where students live.

Dislikes (Part time work): Part-time job opportunities are extremely competitive and difficult to secure. Each vacancy typically receives 100-200 applications, which means students often face long waiting periods before finding employment. The high competition makes it challenging for students who need to work while studying to support themselves financially.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2525

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025Read more

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PgDip/MSc in Nursing - Medical & Surgical Nursing
at
UCC
Highlights

The Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in Medical and Surgical Nursing, offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery at University College Cork, is a pathway of the MSc/Postgraduate Nursing Diploma.