Bachelor of Nursing Science or equivalent plus 2 years post-registration nursing experience in a chosen specialty.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 and Band score of 7.0 in all bands; TOEFL total score of 94 with a minimum of 27 in Writing, 23 in Speaking and 24 in Reading and Listening; Pearson Test of English (Academic) overall score of 65 and Skills profile of 65 in Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening; and Cambridge English-Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 185 and Individual score of 185 in Writing and Speaking, Reading and Listening.
Nurses are an integral part of society. They are problem-solvers and pillars of strength. Through scholarship and leadership, nurses can challenge, reform, improve and enrich healthcare now and into the future.
This advanced degree is suited to nurses with a solid foundation in clinical practice who want to pursue research or leadership positions.
What will you do?
Our Master of Nursing Science offers a comprehensive grounding in research methods and critical analysis. You will:
If you want to continue to further PhD study, you’ll complete 12 units of research. An exit path for the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science will be available after the first year.
Where could it take you?
You could develop mental health programs for psychiatric wards or prisons. You might come up with innovative ways to support surgeons in emergency. Perhaps you’ll do large-scale research on cancer pain management or cardiovascular risk factors.
Note: International students on a student visa are required to study on campus in Adelaide.
Career Readiness
Graduates are prepared for careers in senior nursing clinical practice or management, or can begin a career in nursing research.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Potential careers
Clinical Nurse Consultant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Community Health Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Educator, Nurse Manager, Nurse Researcher
Degree Structure
The program is structured in two stages:
Stage 1
Students must complete the courses as outlined under the study plan to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science.
Stage 2
Students are required to complete a total of 24 units of study and are able to select one of two options:
Level of Study Masters Degree (Coursework)
Duration 2 years
CRICOS Course Code 022523B
English Requirements IELTS Score UG 6.5
Annual Tuition AUD$40,000.00
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