An evaluation of the MSc Advanced Practice in Health and Social Care

In February 2006 we commenced delivery of the new interprofessional MSc Advanced Practice in Health and Social Care pathway and we are now seeing our first students graduate from the programme. We therefore undertook a retrospective, summative evaluation of the experience of these graduates on the pathway, specifically to identify ways in which it has impacted on their practice and professional career. A qualitative approach was used in order to gain rich data about the students’ experiences on the pathway. A focus group was conducted and written evaluations invited. The resulting data was analysed using thematic content analysis.