Master of Nursing Science MNSc
A fast-track two-year master's programme to qualify as a registered nurse in New Zealand.
Best for:Best for career changers and degree holders seeking a fast-track route to becoming a registered nurse.
Overview
The Master of Nursing Science at the University of Auckland is a two-year, 240-point professional master's programme designed to address national workforce needs by preparing graduates for registration as nurses. This curriculum allows individuals without prior nursing studies or a Bachelor of Nursing qualification to enter the field directly at the master's level. Students receive rigorous clinical and theoretical training to build professional competencies without compromising educational standards. The programme expects active engagement in intensive coursework and practical placements to ensure readiness for healthcare environments.
What you'll do
- Complete 240 points of coursework and clinical practice modules over two years
- Engage in clinical placements within New Zealand healthcare settings
- Participate in lectures, seminars, and practical skills laboratories
- Meet all competency requirements necessary for nurse registration
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a non-nursing discipline
Degree offered: Master of Nursing Science
Language: English proficiency as required for clinical registration and academic study
Instruction: English
- Commitment to professional healthcare practice
- Capacity for intensive academic study and clinical placement workloads
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Applicants without prior study in nursing are eligible for entry
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested applicants should review the course details on the official platform and follow the application portal instructions provided by the University of Auckland.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior degree
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