Reach your goal in the field of nursing with a Master of Nursing (by Research). If you have demonstrated an ability to conduct extensive study and research in a focused area of nursing, then this course will get you to where you want to be in your career.

You will work under the guidance of a supervisor who has appropriate qualifications, but you will also be expected to demonstrate a high degree of independence while researching your specific field.

Successful completion depends on your thesis, research skills and background knowledge.

• Location:
  St Albans
• Faculty:
  Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
• School:
  School of Nursing and Midwifery
• Duration:
  2 years
• Intake:
  February and July
• Course code:
  HRNR
• CRICOS:
  069018J
• Fees:
  A$9600.00 per semester
• This information is for international students.
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How to apply

• research-related career options in the healthcare field and/or possible entry to a PhD

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

The Master of Nursing (by Research) is offered to students who have demonstrated the ability to undertake extensive study and research in a focused area of nursing. Although expected to demonstrate a high degree of independence, the student works under the guidance of a qualified and experienced supervisor. While the successful completion of this qualification depends entirely upon the examination of the thesis, the School of Nursing also places great emphasis on the development of research skills and background knowledge deemed necessary for successful completion of the research project.

Areas of Specialisation Staff within the School will supervise research in a number of areas of specialisation including:

• acute care nursing;
• community health nursing;
• mental health;
• midwifery;
• neuroscience nursing;
• nursing education;
• nursing theory and clinical practice;
• ontology and epistemology of caring;
• professional nursing issues;
• substance abuse;
• women's health.

These areas of study are not exhaustive and applicants are advised to contact the School directly to discuss their proposed area of study.

• Research Thesis (Full-Time)

  Unit code

  HNM6800

  Credits

  48

• Research Thesis (Part-Time)

  Unit code

  HNM6801

  Credits

  24

Completion of the Master of Nursing (by Research) normally requires two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

• Year 12:

  To qualify for admission to the Master of Nursing applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in nursing or equivalent. Some students may be required to undertake additional studies in specific areas, for example advanced research subjects.

  Degree Requirements In order to be awarded the Master in Nursing (by Research) students must undertake an appropriate research design subject, or any other subject, as required by the School; have their candidature approved by the Faculty; and successfully complete a thesis undertaken with appropriate supervision.

English language requirements

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.