Students would normally possess a primary degree (Minimum 2.2) or show evidence of recognized prior learning (RPL) as outlined in the (RPL) policy of the University and Department of Nursing and Midwifery. Students must hold a recognised health-related professional qualification and current professional registration with relevant regulatory professional body. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet criteria identified in the English Language qualifications set by the University of Limerick.
The MSc in Perinatal Mental Health will be offered as a full time programme but taken on a part time basis over two years with the option of an exit award on completion of year 1 (Graduate Diploma). Students can also opt to progress to year two for the MSc award having attained a minimum QCA of 2.00 at the end of year one.
Qualification transcripts and certificates, English language qualification if English is not your first language), Certified English translation of your transcripts/certificates where the original transcripts are in a language other than English, TOEFL – 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based) , IELTS – Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in any one component. PTE- minimum score of 61 (with no section score below 59)