Master of Science (Nursing)

Programme Director Message

I am delighted to invite you in joining NUS Master of Science in Nursing (MSc (Nursing)) programme. We are proud of the impact that our graduates are contributing in the healthcare field, and are assured of the possibilities that await you upon graduating in our programme.

NUS MSc (Nursing) programme is designed to empower students like you to advance your research knowledge and skills in healthcare. Whether you are a nurse or a professional in other healthcare disciplines, with the aspiration to take your career to new heights, our programme offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet your professional goals. You will engage in coursework that challenges you to think critically, innovate, and apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. Our faculty members are accomplished scholars who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the classroom, ensuring that you receive high-quality instruction, mentorship, and support throughout your academic journey.

Our MSc (Nursing) programme will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in your chosen path either as a healthcare professional in pursuit of a career in health research, or to become a nurse practitioner, nurse educator, nurse leader with critical thinking and research knowledge and skills. There is also the opportunity to progress into our Doctor of Philosophy programme.

I encourage you to connect with us and explore our programme further, we are here to support you in every step of the way. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our admissions team.

Thank you for considering our MSc (Nursing) programme. We look forward to welcoming you to our community of nursing scholars and leaders.

Professor He Hong-Gu (Linda), PhD, MSc, BSc(Med), RN, MD, FAAN
Director of Graduate Research Programmes

Application

Application for the August intake opens from 16 May to 15 November every year.

Programme Overview

Current challenges facing the health care system offer opportunities for nursing research to make a substantial impact on the health of the population and to improve approaches to patient care. There is a shift in emphasis from treatment to prevention of illness and from acute illness to chronic conditions as well as an urgent need to translate successful research findings into clinical practice. Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies provides two graduate research degree programmes, namely, Master of Science (MSc) in Nursing and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The programmes aim to position nursing research at the forefront of the health care sciences to develop a dynamic, vital, and productive community of investigators who conduct rigorous research to establish the scientific and evidence base for patient care.

Aims of Programme

The Master of Science (MSc) (Nursing) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) are designed for research training. The Master qualification can be taken as a stand alone qualification or, if the student demonstrates the ability, can be converted to a Doctor of Philosophy qualification. Besides coursework, student is required to complete a thesis of a maximum of 80,000 words for graduation.

There is no specialisation of the degrees awarded. These milestone Singapore based qualifications enable nurses to take their study in a full-time or part-time mode.

The MSc (Nursing) and PhD programmes aim to develop graduates characterised by their:

  • ability to identify, formulate, and address problems through research;
  • drive for evidence-based nursing research and practice;
  • creative and strategic approach to lead the nursing and healthcare-related profession nationally and internationally; and
  • entrepreneurial spirit to lead innovation which will impact the profession and healthcare industry. 

The programmes will ensure all graduates have:

  • the ability to carry out independent primary and secondary research;
  • a sound grounding in translation of evidence to clinical practice;
  • developed critical analytical and writing skills; and
  • the leadership skills to further nursing and healthcare-related research both nationally and internationally.
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Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies