La Trobe University
Master of Nursing (Research)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAreas of research in this research program include: midwifery; mental health nursing; palliative care nursing; wound care; cardiac nursing; clinical nursing education; ageing and aged care, and rural health.
Delivery mode
La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Plenty Road, Bundoora, Melbourne
- 133 McKoy Street, Wodonga
- Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo
- 210 Fryers Street, Shepparton
- 471 Benetook Avenue, Mildura
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisites:
In order to apply for candidature, you will require the satisfactory completion of an Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with an honours year with at least an H2A result in the relevant discipline.
A Bachelor's degree without honours degree strengthened by additional qualifications or the demonstrated possession of research skills or publications of an especially meritorious nature, may be approved by the BGR as an acceptable basis for admission to candidature. Some additional preliminary studies may need to be undertaken.
The department or school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.
Selection criteria:
Applicants must be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). The following conditions must be met in order to gain admission into a Master's by research degree:
- You must meet the minimum entry requirements for the degree; AND
- The department or school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Nursing (Research) will prepare you for the following roles.
Public Health Researcher
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Research Nurse
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Nurse Educator
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