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Master of Nursing (Research)
Summary
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Course Duration |
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time. |
2 years full-time |
Deferment |
No deferment available. |
Yes. See Defer your offer. |
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Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 25% of the program online. |
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Course Costs |
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Important Note on Fees |
All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually. | Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration. |
Credit Points |
80 |
80 |
Applying for Admission |
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Eligibility |
An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules. Apply directly to Australian Catholic University. To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:
Application forms are available from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research/ or by email to res.cand@acu.edu.au International Applicants must have a Bachelor of Nursing degree (or equivalent) with honours or a Postgraduate Diploma, in keeping with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) for professional masters degrees. Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and international applicants apply directly to the relevant state ACU Research Services Office. Ballarat Campus and Melbourne Campus Vic Research Services, Locked Bag 4115 Fitzroy Vic 3065 Telephone: (+ 61 3) 9953 3154 Facsimile: (+ 61 3) 9953 3315 Brisbane Campus Qld Research Services, PO Box 456 Virginia Qld 4014 Telephone: (+ 61 7) 3623 7294 Facsimile: (+ 61 7) 3623 7328 Canberra Campus ACT and North Sydney Campus NSW Research Services, PO Box 968 North Sydney NSW 2059 Telephone: (+ 61 2) 9739 2588 Facsimile: (+ 61 2) 9739 2870 Special Admission Applicants who do not meet the general entry requirements but who have other qualifications and/or professional experience, which would provide a sound basis for admission, may be considered for entry to the course. |
Academic IELTS 6.5, including individual scores of 6.0 for all tests plus a Bachelor of Nursing degree (or equivalent) with Honours or a Postgraduate Diploma, in keeping with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) for professional master's degrees. Applicants who do not meet the general entry requirements, but who have other qualifications and/or professional experience which would provide a sound basis for admission, may be considered for special entry to the course. |
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Description
The course aims to prepare graduates with research training to make a contribution to scholarship and evidence-based nursing practice through the completion of a research project.
The course provides an opportunity for nurses to develop systematic programs of relevant research into nursing and health care practice and outcomes, which will not only support the development of the individual participants, but will enhance also the knowledge base of the nursing profession, and thereby contribute to quality outcomes in nursing and health care.
The development of research skills and knowledge will assist nurses to provide leadership at local, national and international levels, and demonstrate accountability to society for both the provision and validity of care.
English Language Requirements
Academic IELTS 6.5, including individual scores of 6.0 for all tests.More Course Information
Fees
Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents undertaking the course are provided with an Australian Catholic University Research Tuition Assistance Scholarship, which is equivalent to a full-fee paying place. Some students may be eligible for RTS places.
International students undertaking the course pay full international tuition fees.
Scholarships
Please see the Postgraduate Research Scholarships Section.
Supervision
Preparation of the thesis will be under the guidance of a supervisor who is assisted by the Research Committee of the relevant School of Nursing. In some cases assistant supervisors in the clinical area of the specialty, or with particular methods expertise, will be co-opted by the relevant School of Nursing.Contacts for Future Students
Domestic Students 
- Enquiries
- 1300 ASK ACU (1300 275 228)
- E-mail: futurestudents@acu.edu.au
