About this course
University of Derby offers MRes Health and Care (Nursing and Midwifery) as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Research) programme in Nursing and midwifery. Based in Derby, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £16,900 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 79. Intakes run across 4 windows (April, 2026 and Autumn (September), 2026…).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to hold active registration as a nurse or midwife on Part 1 of the NMC Register and be practicing within the UK. They must also possess an Honours degree with a minimum classification of 2:2 and/or provide evidence of Level 6 or Level 7 study completed within the last five years. A GCSE grade C or above (Grade 4–9) in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification, is desirable. In addition, applicants should have recent experience of education or study at Level 6 or Level 7 within the past five years.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸April, 2026
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
- ▸April, 2027
- ▸Spring (January), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
