Master of Nursing Science
A professional master's degree designed to prepare students for a career as a registered nurse.
Best for:Best for individuals seeking a professional qualification to practice as a registered nurse.
Overview
The Master of Nursing Science at the University of Melbourne is a professional coursework degree that provides comprehensive preparation for a career in nursing. Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, the program ensures students meet the competencies required for practice as a registered nurse. The curriculum focuses on enhanced learning outcomes and practical skills, making it a portable qualification for local, national, or international employment. Applicants are expected to hold an undergraduate degree and demonstrate a capacity for graduate-level study.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework to develop clinical nursing competencies.
- Meet the standards set by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Participate in practical training to prepare for registered nurse practice.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to healthcare settings.
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree in any discipline completed within the last 10 years, or an older degree with recent graduate study or five years of relevant work experience.
Degree offered: Master of Nursing Science
Language: English proficiency as required by the University of Melbourne for international students.
Instruction: English
- Academic capacity for graduate-level study
- Relevant work experience in the healthcare sector (if applicable)
- Completion of an undergraduate degree
- Must hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent
- Degree must have been completed within 10 years of application, or supplemented by recent graduate study or 5 years of relevant work experience
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official University of Melbourne course page to review specific entry requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's graduate admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Evidence of work experience (if applicable)
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