Master of Advanced Nursing Practice / Master of Public Health
Combine advanced nursing practice and public health theory to prepare for clinical leadership and population health roles.
Best for:Best for registered nurses seeking advanced clinical leadership and a comprehensive foundation in public health.
Overview
The Master of Advanced Nursing Practice/Master of Public Health at the University of Melbourne is a 200 credit-point combined coursework degree. It equips registered nurses and health professionals to expand their scope of practice, assume future leadership roles, and drive health service developments. Students gain rigorous training in both clinical nursing specialties and broad public health principles, preparing them for interdisciplinary teamwork and population-level health interventions. Applicants must meet specific prior nursing qualifications and academic achievement thresholds to qualify for admission.
What you'll do
- Complete 200 credit points of combined coursework across advanced nursing practice and public health
- Engage in interdisciplinary teamwork to address complex global and local health needs
- Study advanced clinical theory and public health strategies to design population-level interventions
- Develop leadership capabilities to guide health service developments and changes in nursing practice
Requirements
Degree required: Master of Nursing Science or Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent), plus a graduate certificate or graduate diploma in specialty nursing practice or a public-health related specialty
Degree offered: Master's Degree
Language: English; standard university English language proficiency requirements apply
Instruction: English
- Prior academic qualification in nursing (Bachelor of Nursing or Master of Nursing Science)
- Completed graduate certificate or graduate diploma in specialty nursing or public health
- Achieved a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% or equivalent in undergraduate or postgraduate studies
- Must hold an approved nursing degree and a relevant graduate certificate or diploma
- Must meet the minimum 65% Weighted Average Mark (WAM) threshold
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How to apply
Submit an application through the official University of Melbourne course page. Ensure all academic transcripts and proof of prior nursing qualifications and graduate certificates are attached.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior nursing qualification
- Proof of graduate certificate or diploma in a specialty area
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