Master of Nursing Science
Advance your nursing career with a specialised master’s degree in leadership, research, and advanced practice.
Best for:Best for registered nurses with at least one year of clinical experience seeking to advance into leadership, education, or research roles in healthcare.
Overview
The Master of Nursing Science at Griffith University is a post-registration master’s programme designed for registered nurses aiming to progress into leadership, management, education, or research roles. This coursework-based programme focuses on equipping nurses with advanced skills in healthcare leadership, innovation, research methods, and teaching. The curriculum includes coursework and culminates in a dissertation, allowing students to conduct a small-scale research project. The programme is tailored for nurses seeking to transition into roles such as Nurse Managers, Directors of Nursing, Nurse Educators, or Nurse Researchers.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced skills in healthcare leadership and management to prepare for roles such as Nurse Managers or Directors of Nursing.
- Engage in coursework focused on research methods, innovation, and advanced nursing practice.
- Conduct a small-scale research project as part of the dissertation component, contributing to evidence-based practice in nursing.
- Gain expertise in teaching and learning strategies to qualify for roles as Nurse Educators.
- Explore opportunities for career progression in nursing research and policy development.
Requirements
Degree required: A recognized Bachelor of Nursing degree (or higher)
Language: English proficiency (assumed for international applicants, though not explicitly stated)
Instruction: English
- Current or temporary, unrestricted registration as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or equivalent professional registration body.
- Minimum of 1 year full-time (or equivalent) experience as a registered nurse.
- Must hold a recognized Bachelor of Nursing degree or higher.
- Must have current or temporary, unrestricted registration as a registered nurse.
- Must have at least 1 year of full-time (or equivalent) experience as a registered nurse.
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How to apply
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Applicants must apply directly through Griffith University’s official application portal. The process typically involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of registration as a nurse, evidence of clinical experience, and a personal statement outlining career goals.
- CV or resume
- Bachelor of Nursing degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of current or temporary, unrestricted registration as a registered nurse
- Evidence of at least 1 year of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse
- Personal statement or letter of intent
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