Flinders University
Master of Nursing - 1.5 years
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
Online study aims to provide advanced training in nursing practice and research, preparing nurses to enhance health care services and the nursing profession.
Course overview
The Master of Nursing program is specifically tailored for registered nurses in Australia who aspire to enhance their contribution towards developing healthcare services and the nursing profession. By undertaking this program, they can gain an in-depth understanding of contemporary healthcare practices and develop the skills to apply this knowledge proficiently in national and international contexts.
Students who complete this course will not meet the requirements to qualify for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
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
From $1,137 (CSP)
What you will study
You must complete 12 core topics (54 units). Each topic is valued at four and a half units.
Year 1
Core
First half
- Quality and Safety in Health Care
Second half
- Leadership in Health Studies
Stream
- Select 27 units from the coursework or coursework and research component stream.
Entry requirements
Admission requirements
- Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
- Must be registered to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse.
- Have a minimum of 2 years full-time equivalent work experience as a registered nurse within the last five years.
However, the Dean (Education) may admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature under certain circumstances, subject to specific conditions.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Critique practice through critical reflection and evidence-based nursing practice
- Critique the delivery of specialist nursing care in various healthcare communities and environments.
- Contribute to advancing nursing knowledge and practice through research
- Provide nursing leadership in a range of healthcare communities and environments
Career outcomes
Graduates are suitable for careers in a wide range of nursing-related fields. Our courses will allow registered nurses to provide skilful care to individuals, families and communities to prevent illness, promote healthy lifestyles and manage various emerging complex health issues. You can take on leadership and specialised care roles in various clinical nursing settings.
- Child and Family Health Nurses
- School Health Nurse
- Case Coordinator
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Health Promotion Nurse
- Community Health Nurse
Fees and CSP
Annual indicative fees in 2025: $9,095 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Indicative yearly fee in 2025: $26,865 (Domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is based on a full-time study load of 36 units.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
- The number of topics studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of topics.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you only need to pay some of your tuition fees. The student contribution amount is the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per the topics you're enrolled in.
- Depending on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
