Master of Nursing (Research)

What you will study

The Master of Nursing (Research) from the University of Melbourne shall be awarded based on the examination of a thesis that demonstrates the course learning outcomes.

• Thesis

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

To apply for candidature, you must complete an Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with an honours year and at least an H2A result in the relevant discipline.

• A Bachelor's degree without honours degree strengthened by additional qualifications or the demonstrated possession of research skills or publications of an exceptionally meritorious nature may be approved by the BGR as an acceptable basis for admission to candidature. Some additional preliminary studies may need to be undertaken.

The department or school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.

Selection criteria

• Applicants must be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). The following conditions must be met to gain admission into a Master's by research degree: a) you must meet the minimum entry requirements for the degree; AND b) the department or school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.

So that you know, meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee a place offer. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and limited places may be available.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

On successful completion, you will be able to:

• Mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application.
• Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts, and theories and apply them to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice.
• Ability to generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level.
• Ability to design, use and evaluate research and research methods.

Advanced communication and technical skills to present coherent arguments and disseminate research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences

Career outcomes

This degree will allow you to pursue research-related careers in higher education and leadership positions in hospitals, research centres, the healthcare sector, and beyond. It can also serve as a pathway into a PhD.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Fee information not provided

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

• The number of units studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of units.
• Credit from previous study or work experience.
• Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.