Master of Nursing
with specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing / Management and Leadership

Programme Code

MNARNF
(Advanced Respiratory Nursing) &
MNMLF
(Management and Leadership)

Programme Mode

Face-to-face

Medium of Instruction

English

Duration of Study

1 year (full-time mode) /

2 years (part-time mode)

*only full-time mode is available for non-local applicants

Courses & Credit-Units

8 Courses, with a total of 30 Credit-Units

Tuition Fee

Subject to the latest announcement by the University

Introduction

With the growing demand for healthcare services due to demographic trend of longevity, complexity of diseases spectrum, and rapid development of medical technologies, the advancement of professional competence of nurses is needed. It is imperative for nurses not only assuming a more advanced role, but also engaging in the functions and responsibilities with expanded scope and increased complexity. It has been recognized as a global trend to promote advanced and specialized nursing practice.

The programme is designed for nurses who are planning to enhance their professional development in the specialty area:

Specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing:

Nurses who are currently working in Respiratory Unit, Medicine and Geriatrics Unit, High Dependency Unit, Ventilator Care Unit or those who are interested in respiratory nursing.

Specialization in Management and Leadership:

Nurses who are interested to develop the skills, knowledge and attributes required for leadership and management roles in healthcare.

Programme Aims

Upon successfully completing the programme, students should be able to:

Apply the updated knowledge and skills in providing holistic care to clients in the specialty area;
Demonstrate the role of advanced practice nurse safely, legally and ethically;
Assume the roles of nursing management in the complex healthcare environment;
Demonstrate leadership to develop new initiatives for quality and safety in nursing practice;
Appraise critically the research evidence to guide nursing practice;
Apply scientific methods to inquire and resolve challenges in nursing practice.

Programme Features

Specialization in Nursing
Equip students with requisite knowledge, skills and competencies for advanced nursing practice in a specialty area.
Innovative Learning and Teaching Strategies
Provide the best learning experience through lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory session, clinical visits and advanced simulation education which offers a realistic and immersive learning experiences.

Admission Requirements

For Local applicants:
Registered Nurse with valid professional and practicing certificates issued by Nursing Council of Hong Kong;
OR
For Non-local applicants:
Nurse with recognized professional and practicing qualification issued by the relevant professional body outside Hong Kong; and
Holding a recognized Bachelor's degree in Nursing or health-related discipline; and
Fulfil the University's English language proficiency requirements.

Programme Structure

Course Titles (Credit-Units)
Core Courses	Future Challenges and Contemporary Issues in Advanced Nursing Practice (3)
	Research Methodology (3)
	Contemporary Health Services Managements (3)
Specialty Courses	Cardiopulmonary Physiology, Respiratory Assessment and Procedure (3)	Clinical Governance and Risk Management (3)
	Respiratory Disease Management and Care (3)	Human Resources Management in Healthcare (3)
	Respiratory Failure and Ventilatory Support (3)	Economics and Finance Management in Healthcare (3)
	Chronic Lung Disease Management and Care (6)	Leadership in Healthcare (6)
Capstone Project (6)
Award	Master of Nursing (with specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing)	Master of Nursing (with specialization in Management and Leadership)

Total 30 Credit-Units

Career Prospects & Professional Recognition

Graduates who satisfactorily completed all programme requirements will be awarded a Master's degree in Nursing.
Graduates with cumulative clinical experience may subsequently experience career development as advanced practice nurse, nurse manager or leader in healthcare setting.

*Completion of this programme would not lead to eligibility of registering as Registered Nurse (RN) with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong

Master of Nursing
with specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing / Management and Leadership

*only full-time mode is available for non-local applicants

Introduction

Programme Aims

Programme Features

Admission Requirements

Programme Structure

Total 30 Credit-Units

Career Prospects & Professional Recognition

Enquiries

Registry (Admission)

School of Nursing & Health Studies (Programme Administration)

Programme Leader

Master of Nursing with specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing / Management and Leadership

*only full-time mode is available for non-local applicants

Introduction

Programme Aims

Programme Features

Admission Requirements

Programme Structure

Total 30 Credit-Units

Career Prospects & Professional Recognition

Enquiries

Registry (Admission)

School of Nursing & Health Studies (Programme Administration)

Programme Leader

Master of Nursing
with specialization in Advanced Respiratory Nursing / Management and Leadership