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Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma

University of Limerick

Limerick, Munster, Ireland•QS 2027 #388 =

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Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma at University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland is a postgraduate diploma programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a blended format. Tuition for international students is EUR 6,000 per year (EUR 6,000 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Blended
Local tuition: EUR 6,000 / year
International tuition: EUR 6,000 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: ul.ie ·

Program details

Overview

A two-year part-time diploma for graduate nurses who want to become advanced nurse practitioners and nurse prescribers. Individual pathways and interactive study are combined with supervised clinical practice. Coursework develops leadership in nursing and an understanding of multidisciplinary collaboration. This Level 9 postgraduate diploma focuses on advanced clinical decisions that improve patient outcomes. Graduates are prepared for senior nursing roles and for working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About University of Limerick

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1972
QS rank: #388 =
Programs: 236
Location: Limerick, Munster, Ireland
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma award?

University of Limerick awards a Postgraduate Diploma on completion of this programme.

How long does Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 6,000 per year (EUR 6,000 per year for local students).

Can Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a blended format combining online and on-campus study.

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