Master's Degree Nursing Full Time

Master of Nursing

at Federation University Australia · Ballarat, Victoria

CRICOS course code

092872A

CRICOS provider code

00103D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$44,250 total

Per year

A$29,500/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Nursing at Federation University Australia is designed to build advanced clinical skills and leadership capabilities for registered nurses looking to progress into specialised or senior roles within healthcare. Delivered over 1.5 years, this master's degree provides in-depth study of contemporary nursing practice, evidence-based care, healthcare management, ethics, and patient-centred approaches. Students learn to analyse complex health scenarios, influence health policy, and critically examine nursing research to inform best practice across diverse settings.

The programme is structured into units of study, each earning credit points towards the overall award, and may include both core and elective areas depending on your chosen specialisation or career interests. As is standard for Australian postgraduate qualifications, students benefit from a blend of classroom learning, online activities, and opportunities for work-integrated learning. Clinical placements or professional practice components ensure graduates gain experience relevant to the Australian healthcare context and develop leadership, advanced assessment, and communication skills essential for extended nursing practice.

This course is well suited to registered nurses seeking to undertake postgraduate study, whether to move into clinical specialisation, healthcare management, education, or research roles. It enables graduates to expand their impact within the health system and enhances employment opportunities both in Australia and internationally. The Master of Nursing also opens pathways to further research degrees for those interested in academic or advanced clinical research careers. Applicants must meet rigorous English proficiency requirements, reflecting the communication demands of the profession in Australia. Always check the official university page for the latest details on delivery, entry requirements, and credit arrangements.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nurse Unit Manager
Nurse Educator
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Health Policy Advisor
Research Nurse

Graduates are sought after in Australian public and private hospitals, aged care facilities, community health organisations, and in research and healthcare policy development. The degree is valued in settings where advanced clinical, leadership, and research skills are needed, and may support applications under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). International students are typically permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies, allowing valuable experience in the Australian health sector.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Nursing at Federation University Australia?

It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$44,250 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Clinical Nurse SpecialistNurse Unit ManagerNurse EducatorClinical Nurse ConsultantHealth Policy AdvisorResearch NurseGraduates are sought after in Australian public and private hospitals, aged care facilities, community health organisations, and in research and healthcare policy...

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