Advanced Nursing Practice

The Master of Advanced Nursing Practice at The University of Melbourne is a comprehensive postgraduate program designed to prepare experienced nurses for advanced roles in healthcare. This qualification offers a deepening of clinical expertise, leadership skills, and evidence-based practice to enable graduates to deliver high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care across a variety of healthcare settings. The program is tailored for registered nurses seeking to expand their scope of practice, undertake advanced clinical roles, or pursue careers in clinical leadership, education, or research. Content includes advanced assessment, diagnostic reasoning, management of complex health conditions, and strategies for implementing healthcare innovations and improvements. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, facilitated through interactive coursework, clinical placements, and research projects. Students will develop competencies in clinical decision-making, interprofessional collaboration, and health system management, preparing them for roles such as Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Consultant, or Healthcare Manager. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, ethical considerations, and cultural competence, ensuring graduates are equipped to meet contemporary healthcare challenges. Delivered through flexible study modes, including on-campus and online options, the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice allows students to balance their professional and academic commitments. Upon completion, graduates will be capable of providing autonomous clinical services, leading quality initiatives, and influencing healthcare policy and practice. The University of Melbourne’s commitment to research excellence and its strong links with healthcare agencies provide students with valuable opportunities for professional development, networking, and career advancement. This program is ideal for registered nurses aiming to enhance their qualifications and contribute significantly to the improvement of healthcare outcomes in Australia and beyond.

• Undergraduate degree in nursing or equivalent
• a minumum of one year of clinical experience as a registered nurse within the following five years before application
• Present unrestricted registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• a minumum of one year of documented clinical experience within the five years before application in a acute care setting
• Graduate certificate in a place of specialty nursing practice.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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