University of Canberra
Master of Nursing Practice
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Prepare for registered nursing practice through clinical learning, simulation and evidence-based study, with 800 hours of clinical practice across diverse healthcare settings.
Course overview
The University of Canberra’s Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry) provides a pathway into nursing for graduates with a bachelor degree in another discipline. You’ll develop the knowledge and clinical skills required to deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred nursing care across the lifespan.
Explore nursing practice across primary health care, mental health, acute and critical care, long-term care and rural and remote health. Your studies also cover pathophysiology, pharmacology, therapeutic communication, digital health, ethics and law, with a focus on culturally safe practice and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
Build your clinical capabilities through simulation and 800 hours of professional practice across a range of healthcare settings. Placements can include areas such as paediatrics, aged care, medical and surgical care, theatre, emergency and intensive care, connecting your academic learning with real clinical environments.
The 48-credit-point course is studied at Bruce, Canberra and can be completed in two years full-time or the part-time equivalent. It is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, with graduates eligible to apply for registration as a registered nurse through AHPRA.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
14th February, 2028
What you will study
To graduate from the Master of Nursing Practice course, students must complete 48 credit points. Unless otherwise indicated, each unit is worth three credit points.
Students must pass 45 credit points as follows:
- Nursing Practice 1
- Nursing Practice 2
- Nursing Practice 3
- Nursing Practice 4
- Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing Practice 1
- Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing Practice 2
- Professional and Therapeutic Communication
- Mental Health: Contemporary Nursing Practice
- Ethics and Law for Health Professionals
- Digital Health Systems and Nursing
- Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Contextualising Nursing Practice 1
- Contextualising Nursing Practice 2
- Contextualising Interprofessional Learning in Practice
Entry requirements
Applicants must have:
- A completed Australian bachelor degree, or recognised international equivalent, in any discipline with a credit or higher average, completed within 10 years of application.
- For domestic applicants whose bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years before application, more recent higher education such as a postgraduate certificate or diploma may be considered.
Admission is competitive and applications are assessed on academic merit and the number of available places.
English language requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. For IELTS Academic, applicants must achieve an overall score of 7.0, with at least 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking and at least 6.5 in writing, or meet an approved equivalent requirement.
Additional admission requirements:
- Immunisations
- TB screening
- National Police Check
- NSW Health forms
- Working with Vulnerable People requirements
- First Aid/CPR
Recognition of Prior Learning
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Previous study or work experience may only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and University policy.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Gain practical nursing experience in primary health care, mental health, acute and critical care, policy development, long-term and residential care, and rural and remote services.
- Build foundational knowledge and skills for safe, sensitive, effective, and holistic nursing care.
- Learn how to provide effective nursing care to all ages and backgrounds through clinical labs, tutorials, and lectures, provided face-to-face or online.
- Develop leadership and management skills to start your career with confidence.
- Experience a concept-based teaching approach that integrates the science and ethics of contemporary nursing practices.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan.
Career outcomes
There are many career opportunities for registered nurses across all aspects of nursing, including emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, operating theatres, primary health care, rehabilitation, and mental health.
This course also builds digital health and leadership skills, and graduates will be well placed to pursue clinical leadership and management roles.
Fees and CSP
Total indicative amount in 2027: $9,816 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
- Price per standard 3-credit-point unit: $613
- Price for the 6-credit-point Nursing Practice 4 unit: $1,227
- Indicative per annum: $4,908
- Total course price: $9,816
The indicative amount to complete this course in 2027 is calculated based on the total course requirement of 48 credit points.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number and type of units studied.
- Credit received for previous study or work experience.
- Annual changes to student contribution amounts.
Students may also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee.
Student fees are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm current fees.
FEE-HELP may be available to eligible domestic students enrolled in a full-fee paying place.