Entry requirements To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.Your previous qualification must have been completed within the last 10 years, including postgraduate course work or research study following the qualifying bachelor's degree.Entry is competitive with a limited intake capacity.
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.Your previous qualification must have been completed within the last 10 years, including postgraduate course work or research study following the qualifying bachelor's degree.Entry is competitive with a limited intake capacity.
GPA equivalent
Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.
Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.
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English language requirements
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.
PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.
Bridging English (BE) results, CES, and BEP not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Learn how to meet the English language requirements
Inherent requirements
To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.
Learn about inherent requirements
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Nursing Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Learn more about student visas
Need help meeting the entry requirements?
We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.
If you haven't completed the prerequisites, we can help.
Learn about pathway options
Additional application information
Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website. English Language Requirements You must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least 6 years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English. At least two years of this education must have been between grades 7 and 12. This education must have been completed in one of the following countries: Australia Canada New Zealand Republic of Ireland South Africa United Kingdom United States of America Applicants who do not meet the above language requirements will need to provide evidence of meeting the program specific higher English language requirements outlined under the 'Meeting the higher requirements' section on the following website.
Additional application information
This program has limited intake capacity. Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website. English Language Requirements You must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least 6 years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English. At least two years of this education must have been between grades 7 and 12. This education must have been completed in one of the following countries: Australia Canada New Zealand Republic of Ireland South Africa United Kingdom United States of America Applicants who do not meet the above language requirements will need to provide evidence of meeting the program specific higher English language requirements outlined under the `Meeting the higher requirements¿ section on the following website.