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Master of Nursing
- Parramatta, Australia
- 1.5, 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
The online Master of Science in Nursing offers four graduate tracks for BSN-prepared nurses.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years for master's by coursework or extended, 3 years for master's by research (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age limit raised to under 50 for master's by research; Indian nationals 3 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years). A coursework master's shorter than 92 CRICOS weeks (e.g. 1 or 1.5 years) qualifies only when combined with other eligible Australian CRICOS study: check per programme.): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Nursing and apply relevant care or professional frameworks
- Communicate effectively
- And evaluate evidence-based practice.
Career outcomes
- Nurse practitioner
- Nurse educator
- Nurse executive leader
Curriculum
- Four tracks (Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Executive Leader
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) built on evidence-based practice
- Clinical reasoning
- Leadership and health equity
- Delivered online with clinical components
- The programme is accredited and offers post-graduate APRN certificates.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours Class 1 or 2 bachelor degree
- Master of Research or equivalent
- Other qualifications at the discretion of the Dean or Institute Director.
Accepted academic background
MPhil: Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or 2), Master of Research or equivalent, MRes: bachelor's or master's degree with average 65 or higher (or relevant professional experience if degree older than 5 years)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
- TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
- PTE Academic Speaking 18
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Certified academic transcripts and qualifications
- Passport identification page
- English proficiency evidence if required
- Additional program-specific documents if requested
How to apply
- Check HDR entry requirements. Write a research proposal and find a supervisor; applications are open all year. Submit an Expression of Interest
- then the full application online (international applicants follow the International Applying Guide). Provide certified transcripts
- English evidence
- the proposal and a supervisor support letter. Outcome in about 6 to 8 weeks; pay fees per session and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $40,678, $35,298 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 AUD |
| Deposit | $65,008 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Parramatta |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Health |
| Department | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 2 years for master's by coursework or extended, 3 years for master's by research (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age limit raised to under 50 for master's by research; Indian nationals 3 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years). A coursework master's shorter than 92 CRICOS weeks (e.g. 1 or 1.5 years) qualifies only when combined with other eligible Australian CRICOS study: check per programme. |
| Scholarship note | For 2027, eligible new international postgraduate coursework applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. No separate scholarship application is generally required. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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March 2027
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July 2027
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Scholarships
For 2027, eligible new international postgraduate coursework applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. No separate scholarship application is generally required.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5, 2 years.
Tuition is $40,678, $35,298 AUD per year. The application fee is $0 AUD. The deposit is $65,008 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest), TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21, PTE Academic Speaking 18, IELTS 6.5.
For 2027, eligible new international postgraduate coursework applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. No separate scholarship application is generally required.