Become a Registered Nurse in Australia
Study Master of Nursing
Master of Nursing
The Program includes a nationally recognised qualification. This qualification is only for Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives (IQNM), pre-requisite requirements must be met.
Master of Nursing
The Master of Nursing in Australia is a 2-year postgraduate program for registered nurses, covering advanced practice, clinical decision-making, leadership, and research. It offers specializations such as mental health and palliative care, includes clinical placements for practical experience, and requires a capstone project or thesis. This degree is suitable for nurses aiming for advanced clinical or leadership roles.
- Critical Care Nursing
- Acute Care Nursing
- Emergency Nursing
- Neonatal Nursing
- Paediatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Gerontology Nursing
- Orthopaedic Nursing
- Diabetes Nursing
- Palliative Care Nursing
- Perioperative Nursing
- Renal Nursing
Internationally Qualified Registered Nurses (IQNM)
As part of the course, all students are prepared for the necessary exams involved in the Internationally Qualified Registered Nurses (IQNM) transition requirements by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), including the following:
- NCLEX-RN MCQ Examination Preparation
- OSCE Examination Preparation
- PTE or IELTS Exam Preparation
Entry Requirements
The Master of Nursing program requires prospective students to have completed the following to ensure success in the course:
- Possess a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification
- Be registered with the Nursing Board/Council from their country of residence
- Proficient English
- No Criminal history of convictions
- Current vaccinations and immunisations
Career Prospects
- Registered Nurse
- Midwife
- Nurse Practitioners
Visa Pathways
As students are completing their Master of Nursing, they will be able to undergo the process to become a Registered Nurse, with pathways for further stay.
Please note that this is not legal/migration advice, and circumstances may change without notice. Studyaway will match you with a Registered Migration Agent in Australia to help you with your post-student visa applications.