Teaching & Modules
Teaching methods - what to expect
We take an integrated approach to the two disciplines. You won’t just study adult nursing topics one day, then mental health the next. Case studies will have both a physical and mental health element, for example.
Most of your time will be outside of the lecture hall. Simulation will be a big part of your clinical education, to help you practise your skills in a safe and supportive environment.
You’ll learn from experienced practitioners and expert researchers throughout your time with us, with a mix of face-to-face and virtual teaching. We adapt our methods to the topic you’ll be studying, and encourage you to develop your own skills and reflect on your experience.
We know that everyone learns in a different way, so student-centred learning is important to us. We want you to have a rich, exciting and engaging experience that reflects the rewarding career you can have after graduation.
You will spend about 25% of your time in scheduled teaching, 25% in guided independent study, and 50% of your time on placement. One credit is usually around 10 hours of work.
Clinical placements
Around half of the course is spent on clinical placements with our partner healthcare providers. These include some of London’s leading NHS Trusts, as well as private and voluntary organisations covering a range of specialist areas related to your studies.
You’ll work shift patterns like the qualified nurses at your placement.
We often hear from employers how capable and confident King’s nursing students are in the workplace. Many students get job offers from their placement providers and choose to start their new roles as soon as they graduate.
Assessment
- Course Work
- Exams
We’ll assess your progress through a combination of coursework (around 70% of your final mark) and written or practical examinations (around 30%). This could include written assignments such as essays and case studies, multiple-choice exams or practicals such as an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). The MNurs does not have a dissertation. Instead, you’ll be supported to write an article on a subject of your choice that you can go on to publish. A recent graduate successfully published their article as part of this process. You will also complete the Nursing Practice Assessment Document (PAD). This records your proficiency in practice.
Modules
Year
Courses are divided into modules, and students on this course take modules totalling 180 credits over two academic years.
Over the 2 years there will also be three practice learning modules which are all non-credit bearing but are essential for the completion of the programme and registration.
Required modules
You are required to do the following modules:
- The Art and Science of Nursing Practice (30 credits)
- Bioscience for Nursing Practice (30 credits)
- Nursing the Person with Acute and Enduring Disturbance to Health l (45 credits)
Optional modules
There are no optional modules for this year.
Key Information
Course type:
Masters
Delivery mode:
Classroom & Online
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
Two years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
10 September 2025