Master's Degree Nursing Full Time

Master of Nursing

at Queensland University of Technology · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

113901A

CRICOS provider code

00213J

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$61,600 total

Per year

A$41,067/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Master of Nursing at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane is designed for registered nurses who want to expand their expertise and advance their career. The course builds on your clinical experience by exploring leadership, research, advanced clinical practice, and healthcare management relevant to the Australian context. Students take units of study across three semesters, earning credit points for successful completion of each unit. Most research projects or capstone experiences are built into the final semester, allowing students to apply what they've learned to a real-world healthcare challenge.

This course is structured to help nurses deepen their clinical skills, gain insights into evidence-based practice, develop leadership qualities, and enhance communication and decision-making abilities. QUT maintains links with major hospitals and health services in Queensland, and many students have opportunities for work-integrated learning or professional placements. This real-world experience is especially valuable for those planning to take on more senior roles in the healthcare system.

The Master of Nursing aligns with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) standards, and graduates may be eligible for membership in relevant professional organisations. Students have rights to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and after graduation, may qualify for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. This course is suitable for nurses looking to specialise or move into advanced practice, education, leadership, or research roles in Australian healthcare settings. Check the official page for the most current information on specific unit offerings and accreditation.

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 in hospitals and clinics
Nurse educator in healthcare or university settings
Nurse unit manager or clinical leader
Research nurse within healthcare research institutes
Policy or advisory roles in government health departments
Roles in community health and public health organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Nursing at Queensland University of Technology?

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$61,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Clinical nurse specialist in hospitals and clinicsNurse educator in healthcare or university settingsNurse unit manager or clinical leaderResearch nurse within healthcare research institutesPolicy or advisory roles in government health departmentsRoles in community health and pub...

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