GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Charles Sturt University, Multi-campus, regional NSW, Australia
About this program
Ready for a registered nursing career with purpose? Launching in 2027, the condensed Master of Nursing (Pre-Registration) turns an existing degree into a registered nursing (RN) qualification in under two years. Leveraging previous study, students can bypass the traditional three-year route. Whether a health graduate or graduated in another field and looking for a career pivot, this graduate entry nursing master's is designed to get students into the workforce faster. Please note: this course is currently progressing through the formal accreditation process with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and requires approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- NUR507Essential Set > Core Subjects: Evidence in Practice 5
- NUR405Professional Experience Placement 2
- NUR505Professional Experience Placement 5
- HSC404Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Healthcare Practice
- NUR504Chronic and Complex Interprofessional Care
- NUR502Professional Experience Placement 4
- NUR402Evidence in Practice 1
- HSC403Law and Ethics for Healthcare Practice
- NUR406Professional Experience Placement 3
- NUR404Evidence in Practice 2
- NUR506Evidence in Practice 4
- NUR501Evidence in Practice 3
- HLT517Indigenous Perspectives on Health and Wellbeing
- NUR403Professional Experience Placement 1
- NUR401Health Assessment and Interventions - Acute Pathophysiology
- NUR503Research in Health Practice
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
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Admissions
Entry criteria: - Applicants must hold a bachelor degree (AQF7) that includes a minimum of two subjects (16 credit points) of human anatomy & physiology; OR - Applicants must hold a bachelor degree (AQF7) and have undertaken additional study at university level that includes the equivalent of two subjects (16 credit points)of human anatomy & physiology. This may be individual subjects or a university bridging course or equivalent. No credit will be granted into the course for undergraduate qualifications. Offerings: All
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