The course consists of six modules: three specialist, one clinical practicum and two core modules in the areas of research and management.Students must pass all modules in order to achieve the Postgraduate award and progress to the second year of the MSc programme during which they complete a dissertation. Students may opt to exit and the end of year one and be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma. If all elements of the course have been passed the student has the option to return to undertake year two within four years.The specialist courses are taught in partnership between the School of Nursing and Midwifery and the associated Health Service Providers.