Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)
Accelerated 2-year program to qualify as a registered nurse in Australia with clinical placements and interprofessional training.
Best for:Best for career changers with a bachelor’s degree in any field who seek a fast-track, clinically focused pathway to becoming a registered nurse in Australia.
Overview
The Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry) at The University of Queensland is a two-year intensive program designed for graduates from any discipline who wish to transition into nursing. This course combines theoretical study with extensive clinical placements, ensuring graduates develop strong clinical reasoning skills and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice. Students engage in 840 hours of supervised clinical practice across hospitals and healthcare organizations in Brisbane, blending classroom learning with real-world healthcare experience. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning and interprofessional collaboration to prepare students for safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical reasoning skills through inquiry-based learning and evidence-informed practice.
- Participate in 840 hours of supervised clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals and community organizations.
- Collaborate with interprofessional teams to promote quality health outcomes and patient safety.
- Apply the latest nursing theories and clinical practices to real-world healthcare scenarios.
- Engage in reflective practice to enhance professional competence and adaptability in nursing roles.
- Meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, completed within the last 10 years, including postgraduate coursework or research.
Language: English proficiency (implied by academic program requirements, though no explicit test score mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Ability to meet a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in the previous qualification.
- Strong academic performance and competitive entry criteria due to limited intake.
- Commitment to completing clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings.
- Proficiency in English for academic and clinical practice (implied by program requirements).
- Applicant must have completed a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) within the last 10 years.
- Minimum GPA requirement of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in the previous qualification.
- Entry is competitive with a limited intake.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit an online application through the University of Queensland’s official portal. Required documents typically include academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), a personal statement, and a curriculum vitae. Additional materials may be requested based on program requirements.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
- Personal statement
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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