The programme provides a pathway, for registered nurses acknowledging academic achievements and clinical experiences of applicants to expand knowledge and skills personally and professionally. Theory and practice are integrated throughout the overall programme structure. The programme is student-centred, relevant, responsive and offers an innovative learning experience in realising the university’s vision of producing graduates who are ‘knowledgeable, proactive, creative, responsible, collaborative and articulate’ (UL graduate attributes)
Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma
University Rank:#401
Duration2 year(s)
Tuition FeeEUR 13,994
Next IntakeSeptember 25, 2026
Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
- 3.0 for applicants whose degrees are marked on a 4 point GPA scale.
- 4.0 for applicants whose degrees are marked on a 5 point GPA scale.
- Please note, consideration will be given to applicants with 3.70 or higher on a 5 point scale but these applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
- Some programmes may require an interview and/or work experience.
- English language requirements also apply. Find the list of Acceptable English Language qualifications here.
- Please check the programme page for course-specific entry requirements (CV, references, portfolio, letter of introduction).
Some programmes may have a higher entry requirement and/or a portfolio requirement and not all applicants who meet the minimum grades will be offered a place.
English Program Requirements
DUOLINGO
- The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 120 with no less than 110 in any component.
- An interview may be required in conjunction with this for certain programmes.
TOEFL580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)
IELTS
Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6.0 in any component.
*Please note some programmes have a higher IELTS requirement.
**Please note, we can only accept Academic IELTS. General IELTS will not be accepted.
PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (ACADEMIC) - PTE ACADEMIC:a minimum score of 61 (with no section score below 59)
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
13,994
Advanced Practice (Nursing) - Postgraduate Diploma
University of Limerick
Ireland, Limerick