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Diploma of Mental Health Nursing
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- Online
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year pre-registration master's for graduates who want to qualify as mental health nurses.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Learners studying Mental Health Nursing can develop the ability to interpret health-related evidence
- Apply appropriate safety and professional practices
- Communicate effectively with patients or stakeholders and evaluate care or service needs
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Registered mental health nurse in the NHS and other sectors
- Graduate-level employment
- Further career advancement
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time programme leading to NMC registration. It alternates university-based study with practice learning in mental health settings
- Including a 30-credit Practice Learning 1 module
- And builds nursing knowledge
- Scientific principles and professional practice. The page lists only part of the module set.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent
- With course-specific prior study or professional requirements where applicable.
Accepted academic background
Recognised bachelor degree or equivalent
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 each component
- TOEFL iBT or approved equivalent
Documents you’ll need
- Certified academic transcripts
- Award certificates where applicable
- Passport or proof of identity
- English proficiency evidence
- Course-specific supporting documents where required
How to apply
- Check the official entry requirements for the chosen course. Apply through Deakin's StudyLink Connect international application service or an authorised agent. Complete the application details. Upload the required documents. Submit the application. Follow the University's offer instructions if admitted.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,916 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 AUD |
| Deposit | $17,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Online |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Health |
| Department | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 8 |
| Study pace | Flexible |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | International applicants may be considered for Deakin scholarships including merit-based tuition-fee reductions; Eligibility and availability vary by scholarship and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
22 Jan 2027
69 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
7 Jun 2027
205 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 22 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $15,916 AUD per year. The application fee is $0 AUD. The deposit is $17,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 each component, TOEFL iBT or approved equivalent.