Master of Nursing (Pre-registration)
A condensed graduate-entry programme designed to transition non-nursing graduates into registered nursing careers in under two years.
Best for:Best for bachelor's degree holders seeking an accelerated path to professional registered nursing certification.
Overview
Charles Sturt University offers a specialized Master of Nursing (Pre-registration) programme designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree and wish to pivot into a nursing career. This accelerated course allows students to bypass traditional three-year undergraduate nursing pathways, providing a faster route to becoming a registered nurse. The curriculum is tailored to leverage prior academic experience while ensuring students meet the rigorous clinical and theoretical standards required for professional practice. The programme is scheduled to launch in 2027, catering to health graduates and those from other disciplines seeking a purposeful career change.
What you'll do
- Complete intensive theoretical coursework in nursing science and clinical practice.
- Participate in mandatory clinical placements to gain hands-on experience in healthcare settings.
- Demonstrate competency in human anatomy and physiology as applied to clinical nursing.
- Engage with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during practical training modules.
- Meet professional standards required for registration as a nurse in Australia.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree (AQF7)
Degree offered: Master of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for international students.
Instruction: English
- Completion of at least two university-level subjects (16 credit points) in human anatomy and physiology.
- Ability to undertake intensive graduate-level study.
- Eligibility for professional nursing registration upon completion.
- Must hold a recognized bachelor degree (AQF7).
- Must have completed the required anatomy and physiology prerequisites or equivalent bridging courses.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Charles Sturt University course page to review specific entry requirements and application procedures. Applications are submitted through the university's international student portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Evidence of prerequisite anatomy and physiology study
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