Monash University
1 or 1.5 years (full time) or 2 or 3 years (part time) depending on prior qualifications
This Master's degree prepares experienced registered nurses for advanced leadership roles in clinical specialisations such as cancer, cardiac, emergency, and intensive care nursing. Students develop expertise in advanced practice, healthcare coordination, and policy formulation while maintaining concurrent clinical employment.
Applicants must hold an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in nursing (Entry Level 1: 1.5 years full-time) or a bachelor honours degree in nursing (Entry Level 2: 1 year full-time). Current nursing registration is required. Students must be employed concurrently as a registered nurse at an approved partner organisation for at least 3 days per week in their chosen clinical specialisation. English language requirements include IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent. For Nurse Practitioner specialisation, additional requirements include a postgraduate qualification in the specialty area and minimum 2 years FTE experience at advanced practice level.
The course covers advanced clinical nursing practice across multiple specialisations including cancer nursing, cardiac nursing, emergency nursing, intensive care nursing, mental health nursing, perioperative nursing, medical-surgical nursing, neuroscience nursing, and paediatric nursing. Students develop expertise in clinical leadership, healthcare planning and coordination, clinical evaluation, and policy development for diverse and multicultural societies. The Nurse Practitioner pathway provides foundation for autonomous advanced and extended clinical practice roles. All specialisations emphasise evidence-based practice, advanced clinical decision-making, and contribution to professional development.
Monash University's Master of Advanced Clinical Nursing is delivered by the Nursing and Midwifery department and offers specialised pathways across multiple clinical areas. The program is designed in partnership with approved healthcare organisations, ensuring clinical relevance and real-world application. Graduates are academically eligible for Nurse Practitioner endorsement with AHPRA, meeting educational requirements under Pathway 1 and 2 of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The university's multi-campus delivery (Clayton and Peninsula) provides flexibility for working professionals.
Graduates are employed in senior positions across general and specialist clinical, educational, and healthcare environments. Career opportunities include advanced clinical nursing roles, clinical leadership positions, healthcare management, policy development, and Nurse Practitioner positions in hospitals and community settings. Graduates contribute to healthcare delivery for individuals, families, and communities while advancing the nursing profession. Nurse Practitioner graduates can work autonomously in extended clinical practice roles in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
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