CRICOS Code: 086213J

This program applies to students who commenced in 2015 or later.

The aim of the Master of Nursing (Professional Studies) is to provide students who hold an undergraduate nursing degree with the theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to enhance their practice in the contemporary clinical setting. Opportunities will be provided for students in their final sessions of this qualification to synthesise and apply advanced nursing concepts through their capstone experience.

This program does not lead to eligibility to register as a Registered Nurse in Australia.

Early Exits

Students may exit this program on completion of 40 credit points with a 4737 Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Professional Studies) (exit only) or on completion of 80 credit points with a 4736 Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Professional Studies) (exit only)

• Director of Academic Program - Rachel Gregory-Wilson

Study Mode

Two years full time or four years part-time.

Program Advice

School of Nursing and Midwifery Postgraduate Academic Program Advisor

Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.

Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |

Location

Location

Campus	Attendance	Mode	Advice
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road	Full Time	External	See above
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road	Part Time	External	See above
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road	Full Time	Internal	See above
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road	Part Time	Internal	See above

Admission

Candidature for admission to the Master of Nursing (Professional Studies) is based on admission requirements detailed below:

Completion of an undergraduate degree in nursing (AQF Level 7 or equivalent).

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

Statement of Service

Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.

http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.

International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia, an International Baccalaureate in Australia or a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 must apply via UAC International.

http://www.uac.edu.au/

All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.  

International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.

International Office

Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.

Program Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points including the subjects listed below.

Subject List

Subject	Title	Credit Points
Required Programs
NURS 7019	Cultural and Social Diversity in Health Care	10
PUBH 7021	Primary Health Care and its Applications	10
PUBH 7026	Supporting Aged Communities	10
Select one elective		10
Students may exit with the Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Professional Studies) at this point.
NURS 7023	Evidence Based Health Care	10
NURS 7025	Health Promotion and the Nurse	10
NURS 7032	Mental Health for Communities	10
Select one elective		10
Students may exit with the Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Professional Studies) at this point.
NURS 7028	Leadership in Clinical Practice	10
PUBH 7018	Leadership for Quality and Safety in Health Care	10
NURS 7040	Perspectives on Nursing	10
PUBH 7020	Policy, Power and Politics in Health Care Provision	10
Select two electives		20
Capstone Subject
NURS 7065	Capstone Experience in Health Care	20
Total Credit Points		160

Elective subjects

Students may select their electives from any program offered by the university, provided any requisite requirements are met.