Master of Nursing Science

Masters (Coursework)

Nurses are an integral part of society. They are problem-solvers and pillars of strength. Through scholarship and leadership, nurses can challenge, reform, improve and enrich healthcare now and into the future.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

2 years full-time

Course Code

3CM077, 022523B

Intake Months

Jul, Feb

International Fees

$40,000 per year / $80,000 total

About this course

Advance your nursing career

Nurses are an integral part of society. They are problem-solvers and pillars of strength. Through scholarship and leadership, nurses can challenge, reform, improve and enrich healthcare now and into the future.

This advanced degree is suited to nurses with a solid foundation in clinical practice who want to pursue research or leadership positions.

What you will learn

Our Master of Nursing Science offers a comprehensive grounding in research methods and critical analysis. You will:

build clinical enquiry and management skills
take new courses in advanced clinical practice
gain hands-on experience in simulations and skills laboratories
partner with an expert in your field of study who'll support and encourage your academic development
undertake a 12 unit research project, or conduct a systematic review (9 units).

If you want to continue to further PhD study, you'll complete 12 units of research.

Career pathways

You will open up global opportunities and senior management roles in the health sector. You could develop mental health programs for psychiatric wards or prisons. You might come up with innovative ways to support surgeons in emergency. Perhaps you'll do large-scale research on cancer pain management or cardiovascular risk factors.

We offer unique specialisations in:

Acute Care Nursing (SATAC code 3CM143)
Anaesthetic and Recovery Nursing (SATAC code 3CM144)
Cardiac Nursing (SATAC code 3CM140)
Emergency Nursing (SATAC code 3CM142)
Intensive Care Nursing (SATAC code 3CM139)
Oncology Nursing (SATAC code 3CM135)
Orthopaedic Nursing (SATAC code 3CM136)
Perioperative Nursing (SATAC code 3CM132)

Note: International students on a student visa are required to study on campus in Adelaide.

Note:
This degree is only available in blended mode and on-campus attendance is required. if you are a continuing student in the degree and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program

Adelaide Nursing School ranked 51-100 in the world*
24% industry growth predicted by 2025^
Flexible online study

*QS World University Rankings by subject, 2023
^Imip.gov.au Occupation projection

Course structure

The program is structured in two stages:

Stage 1

Students must complete the courses as outlined under the study plan to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science.

Stage 2

Students are required to complete a total of 24 units of study and are able to select one of two options:

Combination 1 (coursework and research study)
Combination 2 (coursework study only)

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

University of Adelaide