GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Nursing
University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
About this program
The University of Newcastle Master of Nursing is built for working registered nurses who want to progress into senior, specialist, leadership, educator or researcher roles without stepping away from practice, with flexible online learning and recognition of existing experience. It offers specialisations such as Advanced Practice and Leadership and Management, and develops the knowledge to lead teams, manage complex care and deliver evidence-based care. Entry requires registration as a registered nurse in the applicant own country, plus a postgraduate qualification at AQF level 8 or higher or at least one year of work experience as a registered nurse, evidenced by a CV and statement of service. Indicative international tuition is around A$47,600 per year. With a projected national shortfall of around 79,000 nurses by 2035, demand for advanced-practice nurses is strong.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 3 parts
- Core: Advanced Symptom Management in Clinical Practice
- Introduction to Research in Health Care
- Knowledge Translation in Health Care
- Course List: Biostatistics A
- Biostatistics B
- Leading Technological Integration
- Educational Research Methodology 2: Qualitative
- Pedagogical Innovation with Technologies
- Introduction to Higher Education
- Quality Teaching in Higher Education
- Clinical Epidemiology
- Fundamentals of Epidemiology
- Research Protocol Design
- Managing Under Uncertainty
- Organisational Behaviour and Design
- Human Resource Management
- Employment Relations
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Foundations of Health Promotion
- ICT Project Planning and Management
- Youth and Young Adult Mental Health: 12 to 24 Years
- Health and Substance Misuse
- Acute Nursing Practice
- Specialisation: Advanced Practice
- Custodial Health
- Leadership and Management
- Research
- Teaching and Learning
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)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Completion of a bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline; alternative pathways may be available based on relevant work experience.
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