University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Nursing (Clinical Leadership)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
Study advanced leadership and management skills for nurses aiming to take on senior clinical or administrative roles in healthcare.
Course overview
Shape the future of clinical healthcare. If you are a degree-qualified nurse who is eligible to register (Division 1), this Master’s program equips you with the skills and knowledge to have a significant impact on the development and delivery of healthcare services.
In this program, you will:
- Prepare for clinical leadership, research and advanced practice roles
- Develop advanced knowledge and expertise in project design and management (research or quality improvement)
- Participate in continuing professional development
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 $1,544 (CSP)
What you will study
The program may comprise 10 to 12 courses (144 units). Unless otherwise indicated, each course is valued at 12 units.
Specialised courses (36 units)
- Leadership in Clinical Practice
- Learning and Teaching in the Practice Environment
- Research in Health Care
Required courses from a specified list (12 units)
Select one course:
- Qualitative Research: Approaches and Practice
- Quantitative Research Methods
Entry requirements
- Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor's qualification (AQF level 7) in nursing from a recognised tertiary education provider.
- Applicants who are registered nurses registered in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) who do not have a bachelor qualification may be considered for admission based on extensive industry experience and will require approval by the Program Leader.
English language requirements
Anyone intending to study at UniSC needs to meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen program. Contact the university for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
UniSC offers credit for prior learning consistent with the Australian Qualifications Framework and general practice in the Australian Higher Education sector. If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may, under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- Clinical Education
- Clinical Practice
- Leadership
Fees and CSP
Indicative fee in 2025: $12,354 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Indicative fee in 2025: $26,628 (domestic full-fee paying place)
These are indicative fees for one year of full-time study. Actual fees will change based on selected courses and are subject to yearly increases.
Student fees may vary depending:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- 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.
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 course 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.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
