Master of Nursing

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Nursing is designed to advance nursing practice and leadership skills, preparing graduates for senior roles in healthcare. The course offers a blend of theory, advanced clinical training, and research, focusing on specialised care, management, and policy development. Emphasising evidence-based practice, it equips nurses with the expertise to improve patient outcomes and healthcare systems. Graduates emerge ready to lead in diverse healthcare settings, contributing significantly to patient care, healthcare innovation, and policy formulation./p>

Study mode On Campus / Blended / Online
Duration 12 - 36 months
Estimated fee* $2,830 - $56,000 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Master of Nursing vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Estimated Fee* $2,830 - $56,000 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Career opportunities

The Master of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.

Clinical Nurse Consultant

Clinical Nurse Consultants are highly experienced nurses who oversee clinical operations and patient care in specialist wards and health units (eg,...

Avg yearly income $114,400
Entry barriers Low

Clinical Nurse Specialist

A Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist care to patients in a health care setting. You might collect patient information and administer tre...

Avg yearly income $112,060
Entry barriers Low

Director Of Nursing

A Director of Nursing oversees nursing duties in a hospital or other healthcare facility. You’ll manage nursing staff and coordinate nursing progra...

Avg yearly income $134,992
Entry barriers Low

Nurse Manager

Nurse Managers are highly experienced clinical nurses who manage a clinical unit or health division (eg, ICU, emergency room, maternity ward). They...

Avg yearly income $114,400
Entry barriers Low

Nurse Unit Manager

A Nurse Unit Manager supervises a team of nursing staff in a healthcare setting. You might work at a hospital or be employed in another workplace s...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Research Nurse

Research Nurses are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who are at the forefront of medical innovations and improvements to nursing and treatment pra...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Find a course provider

Compare all providers for the Master of Nursing available in your area to find the right fit for you.

The University of Sydney
The University of Sydney
On Campus
24 Months (Full-time)
University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania
Blended
18 Months (Full-time)
James Cook University
James Cook University
Online
24 Months (Full-time)
La Trobe University
La Trobe University
Blended
24 Months (Full-time)
The University of Newcastle
The University of Newcastle
Online
12 Months (Full-time)
University of Southern Queensland
University of Southern Queensland
Online
3 Years (Full-time)
Deakin University
Deakin University
Blended
24 Months (Full-time)
Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University
Blended
18 Months (Full-time)
Charles Sturt University
Charles Sturt University
Online
3 Years (Full-time)
Victoria University
Victoria University
Online
24 Months (Full-time)

There are a total of 12 providers for this course. Find a provider in your area .