Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research)
Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research)
The Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research) aims to provide advanced studies in nursing practice and research to prepare nurses to contribute to the present and future development of health care services and the nursing profession. In addition to developing specialist nursing skills and competencies, you will have the opportunity…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research) aims to provide advanced studies in nursing practice and research to prepare nurses to contribute to the present and future development of health care services and the nursing profession.
In addition to developing specialist nursing skills and competencies, you will have the opportunity to conduct research in an area of interest with the support of individualised supervision.
You will become competent at reviewing, critiquing and synthesising literature to support your research, and will develop skills for completion and submission of research grant proposals for ethical approval and funding applications.
What you will study
Throughout the program, you will be introduced to the drivers for research within industry and the broader community, learn to identify and apply appropriate research paradigms and methods, and develop sound project management skills. Core topics cover areas such as approaches to research designs, introduction to research, developing a literature review, and writing research proposals for ethical and funding requirements. You will also select a number of option topics and undertake a research project/thesis.
Your career
The Master of Nursing (Coursework and Research) will open a new door on your health career.
Potential occupations include:
- clinical nursing specialist
- healthcare researcher
- educator
- manager
- policy leader
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree or equivalent qualification and must be registered nurses.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing, 6.0 Reading, 6.0 Listening;
TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall with 18 Speaking, 21 Writing, 13 Reading, 12 Listening;
Pearson PTE Academic: 58 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing, 50 Reading, 50 Listening;
Cambridge C1 Advanced: 176 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing, 169 Reading,169 Listening;
Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing, 300 Reading, 300 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 105-110
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
