Nursing (Coursework and Research)

Overview

The Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research) aims to provide advanced studies in nursing practice and research to prepare nurses to contribute to the present and future development of health care services and the nursing profession.

In addition to developing specialist nursing skills and competencies, you will have the opportunity to conduct research in an area of interest with the support of individualised supervision.

You will become competent at reviewing, critiquing and synthesising literature to support your research, and will develop skills for completion and submission of research grant proposals for ethical approval and funding applications.

Up to 80% off fees due to Government subsidies*.

*Government subsidies enable Flinders to offer Domestic applicants a reduction of up to 80% off full course fees through Commonwealth Supported Places. Offer subject to change.

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Course

Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research)

Duration: 1.5 years

Delivery mode:
In person
Online plus placement/intensive

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March
July

SATAC code:
2CM212 (Commonwealth supported place)
2CM512 (Full fee paying place)

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$5,143 (Commonwealth supported)
$26,050 (Full fee paying)

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Your career

The Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research) will open a new door on your health career.

Australian College of Nursing - gold affiliate

Potential occupations include:

clinical nursing specialist
healthcare researcher
educator
manager
policy leader

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What you will study

Throughout the program, you will be introduced to the drivers for research within industry and the broader community, learn to identify and apply appropriate research paradigms and methods, and develop sound project management skills. Core topics cover areas such as approaches to research designs, introduction to research, developing a literature review, and writing research proposals for ethical and funding requirements. You will also select a number of option topics and undertake a research project/thesis.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree or equivalent qualification and must be registered nurses.

Please note - this course includes a research project that is negotiated after admission to the course. The research project is subject to approval and the University's ability to provide suitable research supervision to students based on their proposed research topic.