The University of Melbourne

Master of Nursing Science

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The Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) from the University of Melbourne is a professional masters degree that provides exceptional preparation for a nursing career. It is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (formerly Nurses Board of Victoria).The Master of Nursing Science provides students a higher level degree with enhanced learning outcomes, while meeting the competencies identified by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council as necessary for practice as a registered n

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Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
AQF 9
Campus
Parkville
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 061211F
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Course overview

The Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) from the University of Melbourne is a professional masters degree that provides exceptional preparation for a nursing career. It is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (formerly Nurses Board of Victoria).The Master of Nursing Science provides students a higher level degree with enhanced learning outcomes, while meeting the competencies identified by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council as necessary for practice as a registered nurse. A masters degree in nursing is a portable qualification, whether you want to work locally, nationally or internationally.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, completed not more than 10 years prior to the date of application, OR - An older undergraduate degree AND either more recent graduate study that demonstrates current capacity for graduate study OR five years of documented relevant work experience. - Work experience relevant to this course may include roles in the healthcare sector. Weighted Average Mark (WAM) We encourage all applicants with a WAM of 65 or above to apply. This WAM is an indication only and may vary year to year depending on the applicant pool, achieving this WAM does not guarantee entry. Domestic applicants who have special circumstances are encouraged to apply through Graduate Access Melbourne to increase their eligibility. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. nted relevant work experience. - Work experience relevant to this course may include roles in the healthcare sector. Weighted Average Mark (WAM) We encourage all applicants with a WAM of 65 or above to apply. This WAM is an indication only and may vary year to year depending on the applicant pool, achieving this WAM does not guarantee entry. Domestic applicants who h Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

Academic qualifications

Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.

Prior tertiary weighted average mark

65%

65%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 7

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, completed not more than 10 years prior to the date of application, OR - An older undergraduate degree AND either more recent graduate study that demonstrates current capacity for graduate study OR five years of documented relevant work experience. - Work experience relevant to this course may include roles in the healthcare sector. Weighted Average Mark (WAM) We encourage all applicants with a WAM of 65 or above to apply. This WAM is an indication only and may vary year to year depending on the applicant pool, achieving this WAM does not guarantee entry. Domestic applicants who have special circumstances are encouraged to apply through Graduate Access Melbourne to increase their eligibility. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. nted relevant work experience. - Work experience relevant to this course may include roles in the healthcare sector. Weighted Average Mark (WAM) We encourage all applicants with a WAM of 65 or above to apply. This WAM is an indication only and may vary year to year depending on the applicant pool, achieving this WAM does not guarantee entry. Domestic applicants who h

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

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2027 · Semester 1Parkville——$42,000per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • The University of Melbourne

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    Swanston St, PARKVILLE, VIC

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  • Parkville

    Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC, 3010, Parkville, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Nursing Sciencestudy.unimelb.edu.au
  2. The University of Melbourneunimelb.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. Information for international students from ChinaOfficial source
  5. English language requirementsOfficial source
  6. Graduate coursework entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  7. Graduate research entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  8. Undergraduate entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  9. Australian Year 12 international entry score guideOfficial source
  10. GCE A Levels entry score guideOfficial source
  11. International Baccalaureate entry score guideOfficial source
  12. Trinity College Foundation Studies entry score guideOfficial source
  13. Official course catalogue and course-specific entry requirementsOfficial source
  14. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Master of Nursing Science at The University of Melbourne: Fees & Entry Requirements