The University of Queensland - Graduate Programs

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Nursing Studies

The University of Queensland - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Health and Behavioural Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $6,256
National: $27,320
Careers:Nurses (RNs)

Description:

This program has been specifically designed to prepare students within two years to apply to work as registered nurses in Australia and will be offered to graduates of any other discipline who have achieved a Grade Point Average of 4 or above.

Graduates will: apply clinical reasoning skills in their nursing practice; be able to work effectively in interprofessional teams to promote quality health outcomes for clients in their care; provide high quality client centred care through safe and effective nursing practice according to the ANMC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse; and possess the qualities, skills, knowledge and abilities expected of a University of Queensland graduate.

The program will be offered two years full-time with a fast track option of 18 months. MNursSt (Graduate Entry) follows a problem based learning model. Lectures and resource sessions will be available online, however all Problem Based Learning tutorials, clinical laboratories and clinical practice will take place in clinical partner sites including the Princess Alexandra Hospital.

For further information, see the school's website listed above.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80 to 100
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    An approved bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 4.0 and one course in biology, chemistry or physics at an undergraduate level (or equivalent). Applicants are also required to meet special entry requirements as set out in the program rules covering requirements for clinical practice.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 15, 2015