- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Science in Nursing Studies for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- In this program, students will learn to work effectively in interprofessional teams to promote quality health outcomes through safe and effective nursing practice developed to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice.
- Students will commence their clinical placements in week four of the program.
- During the first-year students will normally complete approximately 38 x 8-hour shifts and in the final year, students will complete approximately 86 x 8-hour shifts.
- The sample course of the program are:
- Early lifespan nursing
- Musculoskeletal health and injury prevention
- Cardiovascular and respiratory nursing
- Neuroendocrine and MH nursing
- Students will learn through lectures, tutorials, work placements, online study, research experience, and seminars.
- Students are prepared for a career with in-demand skills, ready for an industry experiencing high jobs growth.
- The University of Queensland ranks 2nd in and 5th in the world for Australia for nursing by Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021.
The University Of Queensland - [UQ], Brisbane, Queensland - Courses & Fees
Brisbane, Queensland
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Nursing Studies)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 37 out of 200 by QS Global Ranking 2024
A$36,256/Yr
A$36,256 /Yr
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For 2023 Intake Semester 2 | May 31, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For 2024 Intake Semester 1 | Nov 30, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | A$36256 | A$36256 | A$36256 | A$36256 |
| Total Fees | A$36256 | A$36256 | A$36256 | A$36256 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing (On-Campus) | A$21360 |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | A$14568 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and have completed university-level studies in human anatomy, human physiology, and introductory psychology.
- A GPA of at least 4.0 on a 7 point scale is required to be eligible for this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
- Registered nurse
- Critical care nurse
- Paediatric nurse
- Perioperative nurse
- Remote area nurse, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Apr 30, 2023 |
| HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | A$7603 | Yes | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Variable | Yes | Jun 26, 2023 |
| UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
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