The University of Newcastle
The University of Newcastle

University Drive Callaghan , Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

Master of Nursing

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Enhance your nursing expertise with a specialised postgraduate qualification

Enrol in our Master of Nursing program and build the skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced and evolving healthcare environment.

Designed for registered nurses ready to take on more advanced roles, this program allows you to deepen your knowledge by focusing on one of seven specialised areas, such as clinical leadership, nursing education, healthcare innovation, research, or evidence-based practice.

Completing a qualification aligned with your clinical practice may count towards your professional development and could make you eligible for a continuing education allowance, depending on your employment agreement.

Ranked among the world’s top 38 universities for Nursing, the program positions you for career advancement and financial success, with graduates earning a median starting salary of $90,900—well above the national average.

Graduates will be equipped with advanced clinical knowledge and the skills to offer expert guidance across a range of healthcare contexts.

Potential roles include:

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Clinical Research Nurse

  • Clinical Nurse Consultant

  • Nurse Educator

  • Clinical Facilitator

  • Nurse Unit Manager

  • Academic or Lecturer

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Bachelor

Minimum GPA

55-60%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

50

Writing

50

Listening

50

Speaking

50

Program Intakes

Open date

February 1, 2025

Submission deadline

June 1, 2025

Open date

July 1, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Open date

November 1, 2025

Submission deadline

March 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

1 Year

Program Length

$20000 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$44905 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition