Future prospects for nursing professionals with a master's degree in nursing science

Our OST Master's Program in Nursing Science is closely aligned to the realities of professional practice. It prepares you for demanding roles in the healthcare sector. Graduates can use their newly acquired skills to work in nursing practice as well as in research or teaching. The following opportunities are at your disposal: 

1. Clinical practice and nursing expertise: This master's degree qualifies you to work as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) in various clinical settings, for example in hospitals, psychiatric clinics, nursing homes, and outpatient care (Spitex).
    
2. Registration as an APN-CH
   You can register as anAdvanced Practice Nurse (APN-CH). This allows you to work in extended nursing roles with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility. This increases your career opportunities.
    
3. Leadership roles: You are qualified to take on leadership positions in healthcare institutions. This includes managing nursing teams, developing nursing concepts and implementing quality standards in nursing practice.
    
4. Counselling and coaching: You can pass on your knowledge to other nursing professionals in health promotion advice centers or as a coach in nursing education. You accompany and advise patients as well as nursing teams to ensure optimal care.
    
5. Research and teaching: With a master's degree, your door to research is wide open. In this professional field, you can further develop nursing practice in a future-oriented manner. Furthermore, you are well-equipped to teach and train future generations of nursing professionals.