Charles Darwin University
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time
This professionally accredited Master's degree prepares you to become a Registered Nurse in Australia through intensive study combining evidence-based theory, clinical simulation, and 800+ hours of supervised healthcare placements. Ideal for graduates seeking a rewarding healthcare career with flexible full-time or part-time study options.
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification. All students must meet specific English language proficiency requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, demonstrated through approved English tests (IELTS 7.0 overall minimum, PTE 63, TOEFL 91, or equivalent) or primary language pathway evidence. Pre-clinical requirements include immunisation, Senior First Aid qualification, criminal record checks, working with children clearances, and fitness-to-practice assessment. Students must be able to travel to allocated simulation block campuses and attend clinical placements with flexible scheduling including early, late, night, weekend and public holiday shifts.
The 160-credit point curriculum comprises 15 core units covering: Australian First Nations People's Health and Social Justice, The Body's Function and Dysfunction in Nursing Care (two units), Nursing and the Australian Health System, Clinical Practice, Research for Healthcare Practice, Pharmacology, Acute Clinical Practice (two units), Mental Health (20 credit points), Specialist Nursing, Leadership in Clinical Practice, Specialised Clinical Practice, Research Skills for Health Professionals, and Transit to Safe Independent Practice. Students complete three simulation blocks (96 hours total) and minimum 800 hours of supervised clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings including acute care, mental health, community health, and specialty areas.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate nursing starting salary and #3 for postgraduate nursing employment outcomes (GUG 2024), with #3 ranking for postgraduate learner engagement in nursing. The university delivers programs through passionate expert lecturers guided by evidence, innovation and patient-centred care. CDU offers flexible study options (online, on-campus, full-time, part-time) with state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites located across Australia, ensuring graduates have both academic knowledge and hands-on experience to confidently enter the workplace.
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as Registered Nurses (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, opening career opportunities in public and private health settings. Career paths include roles in acute and chronic care, mental health nursing, community health, specialty areas, and leadership positions. With strong employment outcomes and competitive starting salaries, graduates can pursue diverse nursing specialisations and advance to senior clinical, management, or educational roles within healthcare organisations.
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