Master's
Master of Advanced Nursing Practice – UMi
Course Overview
The Master of Advanced Nursing Practice is designed for registered nurses seeking to enhance their clinical expertise, leadership capabilities, and evidence-based practice in contemporary healthcare settings. The program explores advanced patient assessment, clinical decision-making, healthcare leadership, quality improvement, and the application of research to nursing practice.
Students strengthen their ability to manage complex patient needs while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The curriculum emphasizes professional development, ethical practice, and innovation in delivering safe and high-quality patient care. Graduates are well prepared for advanced clinical nursing roles, healthcare leadership positions, specialist practice, and continued professional advancement.
Entry Requirements
- Academic Records: Recognized Bachelor of Nursing degree with a minimum WAM of 65%+.
- English Proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 7.0 in all sub-scores), TOEFL iBT 94, PTE 65.
- Prerequisites / Knowledge: Current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with NMBA or international equivalent.
- Application Materials: Certified nursing transcripts, degree credentials, and RN registration certificate.
- Waterford Institute of TechnologyMinimum 1 to 2 years of post-registration clinical nursing experience and current CV.
Career Outcomes
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Advanced Practice Nurse
- Nurse Consultant
- Healthcare Leader
Scholarship Available
- Yes (Melbourne Graduate Scholarships
- Melbourne International Scholarships
- Faculty Scholarships)
