University of Tasmania
Master of Advanced Nursing (Neonatal Care)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 3 years
Learn how to deliver advanced, specialised care for premature and critically ill newborns, focusing on neonatal physiology, family-centred care and life-saving interventions in high-risk clinical environments.
Course overview
Ready to take the leap and advance your nursing career? Learn amongst a collaborative community with online learning designed specifically for the busy, working professional. Whether you’re in the early stages of your career, working in an area of specialisation, or moving into a role that encourages you to lead and manage, this course will support your lifelong learning goals.
The Neonatal Care specialisation focuses on the care of newborn infants, particularly those who are premature (born before 37 weeks of gestation), ill or with birth defects, low birth weight and experiencing complications after birth.
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
6th July, 2026
What you will study
To earn the Master of Advanced Nursing (Neonatal Care), students must complete 150 credit points. Each unit is valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise indicated.
Core units
Complete the following:
- Foundations of Children's Care 1
- Foundations of Children's Care 2
- Neonatal Intensive and Special Care Theory
- Neonatal Intensive and Special Care Practice
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have:
- Completed a graduate diploma or equivalent with a credit grade average in the same specialisation.
- Practised as a registered nurse for at least six (6) months full-time equivalence since graduation from a university program, prior to the start of the course in the same specialisation.
Also, applicants must provide:
- Evidence of AHPRA registration as a Division 1 registered nurse with no restrictions or conditions.
- A personal statement, CV or resume which states the area in which the applicant works as an RN and for the length of time.
- Evidence of confirmation of employment.
Midwives must have a nursing qualification to be eligible to apply. The course is not available to midwives without a nursing qualification identified in their curriculum vitae.
Students must be working in a Neonatal Unit where they care for critically ill and vulnerable newborns and preterm neonates. Paediatric wards are not considered.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you’ve already completed some relevant studies, you may be eligible to apply for credit that may count towards the requirements for the degree you are applying for. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Synthesise and apply advanced theoretical and technical disciplinary evidence-based knowledge in a specialist nursing area of practice to lead innovation and transformation in healthcare outcomes.
- Critically appraise complex health-related information, problems, concepts and theories in specialised nursing contexts to lead improvement in health outcomes.
- Lead and collaborate on research-driven, innovative and sustainable strategies to address complex health challenges in specialist nursing practice.
- Critically develop and communicate advanced nursing strategies to stakeholders using expert judgement to optimise health outcomes, engaging interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Fees and CSP
Estimated total fee in 2025: From $6,936 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Estimated total fee in 2025: From $36,324 (domestic full-fee paying place)
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of units studied.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
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 unit 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.
