Study PGDip Public Health Practice SCPHN School Nursing at University of Surrey in the UK, University of Surrey

PGDip Public Health Practice SCPHN School Nursing

UK

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What will I learn?

On this course, you’ll learn how to work with communities and organisations to lead and develop services that are person-centred to ensure positive outcomes for school-age children and young people. Learn from experienced professionals who are experts in their respective fields and who will ensure that you receive high-quality education and mentorship.Benefit from our established partnerships with local healthcare institutions and community organisations, providing you with valuable clinical opportunities where you'll apply your learning in real-world settings.Learn in a research-intensive environment, which may offer you opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects and contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge and specialist practice.Meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) standards for specialist education and practice and record your qualification with the NMC.Take advantage of the exclusive opportunity to apply to our Specialist Practice Nursing (Top Up) MSc programme once you've graduated and boost your professional recognition and earning potential.What you will studyThis course has been designed to provide practitioners, who are NMC-registered nurses or midwives, with the public health skills required to be a specialist community public health nurse (school nursing). The curriculum is structured to sequence theory and practice at increasing levels of complexity. You will begin with broad-based knowledge and skill acquisition then progress to learning activities with an increasingly specific focus. We want to ensure you get the most out of the course, so we will provide support and practical learning that is tailored to your needs.

Which department am I in?

University of Surrey

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
Information not available

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Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Surrey - Stag Hill campus

University of Surrey,

Guildford,

Surrey,

GU2 7XH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree. Students who have a Diploma in Higher Education or a bachelor's degree with a lower grade may be considered using the Advanced Standing process to support their application. On entry to the programme the applicant must be a NMC registered nurse (level 1) or NMC registered midwife capable of safe and effective practice at the level of proficiency appropriate to the NMC approved specialist community public health nurse (SCPHN) programme.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Surrey

By joining the global community at the University of Surrey, you’ll benefit from an outstanding track record in graduate employability.

  • Based in Guildford, 35 minutes from London
  • Ranked 12th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)
  • Best University Careers Service Award winner 2022
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