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Master of Nursing Practice
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Deakin’s Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research (QPS) is a leader in clinical care, quality and risk management and has researchers within six of Victoria’s major health services.A core coursework unit in the masters degree will introduce you to a range of research methods. This subject will help you build your understanding of research in a clinical context.You can choose to complete your degree by coursework or, if academic entry requirements are met, undertake research in your clinical practice area with a minor thesis. Undertaking a minor thesis provides a strong foundation for a career in senior nursing roles and may also provide entry to a PhD program.You will graduate ready for careers in areas of nursing education, leadership, management, policy and research.
Designed for
Registered nurses
Structure
12 credit points, chosen from a suite of units. HNN727 Research in Nursing and Midwifery, a 2 credit point unit, is core. For coursework units, at least 6 of the 12 credit points must normally be level 7 nursing units. Students are encouraged to select units based on interest and/or relevance to their clinical practice.
Subjects
- For information on major subjects please contact Health enquiries at health-enquire@deakin.edu.au
Standard entry requirements
Entry will be based on performance in the following:Non Specialisation: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, AND registration as a registered nurse with relevant statutory registration/licensing body with no conditions or restrictions. Applicants must have 6 months clinical experience as a registered nurse.Specialisation: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, AND registration as a registered nurse with AHPRA, with no conditions or restrictions. Applicants must provide evidence of employment in Australia in a relevant specialist area with appropriate clinical supervision for the duration of the course.Selection is competitive, meeting these minimum requirements or their equivalents does not guarantee selection into this course. All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Please refer to this course entry on the Deakin University website to read about ways of satisfying the English language proficiency requirement.
Recognition
A Master degree is not a professional accreditation requirement. Enrolment in a Master degree course offers students a competitive edge in the job market and improves chances of promotion
Study pathways
This course can provide a pathway option to higher degree by research courses and other postgraduate coursework programs.
Further information
For other information please contact Health enquiries at health-enquire@deakin.edu.au
