Master of Nursing (Rural and Remote)

What you will study

To earn this degree, students must complete 12 units.

Entry requirements

• Completed a three-year bachelor's degree in the area of nursing from an Australian university or equivalent.
• Hold a current professional registration as a Division 1 nurse or equivalent, with either the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or a relevant regulatory body in the applicant's home country.
• Provide written confirmation from your manager stating that you are currently employed as a registered nurse and can complete the required hours of clinical mentorship in your workplace.

English language requirements

To meet the English language requirements for this degree, we accept the minimum English language proficiency scores from one of the following tests. Your test must be completed within two years of applying to UniSQ.

• IELTS (Academic): Minimum overall score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing and speaking.
• Pearson Test of English: Minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills - listening, reading, writing and speaking.
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum total score of 94 and the following minimum scores in each section of the test: 24 for listening and reading, 27 for writing and 23 for speaking.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have previously studied or have relevant work experience, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning. This will help reduce the number of courses you must take to finish your program. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Display an advanced body of seminal, conceptual and data-based knowledge in nursing.
• Communicate advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to health and nursing.
• Review conceptual and data-based literature using cognitive and technical skills to critique, evaluate and identify the best evidence to improve individual, community and population health outcomes.
• Apply evidence-based decision-making to clinical, policy, education and/or practice situations.
• Lead people and projects in diverse situations with high creativity, autonomy and accountability, demonstrating appropriate judgement and responsibility as an expert practitioner.
• Communicate highly in interpersonal, interprofessional and intercultural situations with people of diverse ages, backgrounds and needs.
• Employ advanced skills in competent, caring and professional nursing practice.

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you’ll be able to provide specialist skills relevant to remote area nurses and the distinct healthcare challenges and needs in these regions. You’ll have the qualifications to apply for rural and remote nursing jobs nationwide, such as:

• Remote Area Emergency Nurse / Emergency Nurse Manager
• Primary Care Nurse
• Remote Aged Care Nurse
• Telehealth Nurse
• Nurse Educator
• Clinical Nurse Specialist or Consultant
• Travel Nurse (taking short-term assignments in various locations where needed)

Fees and CSP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $8,948 (Commonwealth Supported Place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of eight units (normally eight courses) per year.

Student annual fees may vary in accordance with:

• 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.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

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'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – 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 programs.

Your student contribution amount is:

• Calculated per the course you're enrolled in.
• Dependent 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.