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Master of Nursing Science
Campus Teaching Hospitals
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration
2 years
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM077
2011
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
Advancing Practice. Clinical Impact
The Master of Nursing Science is an academic program designed to provide opportunities for nurses to develop advanced skills in clinical inquiry, practice and leadership in professional nursing.
The Master of Nursing Science provides graduates with a rigorous grounding in research methods, critical analysis, clinical management and leadership and theoretical perspectives that inform nursing.
Students will graduate with a sound knowledge of a broad range of research methodologies and methods; the ability to design and conduct a research project in a rigorous and ethical manner; the skills to critically evaluate research and make informed decisions for practice change when appropriate; the ability to work as an effective member of a research team; and be a critical and informed thinker regarding issues related to nursing and health. - Program Structure
The Master of Nursing Science is structured in two stages:
- Stage 1: Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science (24 units of study)
- Stage 2: Students are required to complete a total of 24 units of study for the Master of Nursing Science. Students are able to select one of two options: (1) Research; (2) Coursework.
- Assessment
May include essays, case studies, discussion board participation, presentations, poster presentations, research proposals and dissertation, portfolios, article for publication and exams.
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM077 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $5,648Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science or equivalent and at least two years post registration nursing experience.Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants must submit to the Discipline of Nursing a Curriculum Vitae along with an "Additional Information Request Form", downloaded from the website: www.health.adelaide.edu.au/nursing/students/future/programs/. This form should be submitted within ten working days after applying. Applicants must provide a Curriculum Vitae with the form.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM077International applicants
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IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,500 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
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Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,500 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Areas of Specialisation
Nursing specialisations include:
- Acute Care
- Anaesthetic and Recovery
- Burns
- Cardiac
- Community Health and Primary Care
- Emergency
- Infection Control
- Intensive Care
- Mental Health
- Oncology
- Orthopaedic
- Perioperative
- Renal
- Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.All students will be required to complete the following core courses:
- Interpretive and Critical Research in Health (3 units)
- Research Dissertation (Option 1) (12 units)
OR
- Systematic Review Project (Option 2) (6 units)
And a combination of the following electives:
- International Issues in Nursing Service Delivery (3 units)
- Leadership and Management in Nursing (3 units)
- Systematic Reviews of Research (3 units)
- Applied Pharmacology in Nursing (3 units)
- Research Literacy (3 units)
- Introduction to Biostatistics (3 units)
Stage 2 comprises 24 units and is undertaken over one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
- Career Opportunities
Likely careers in senior nursing clinical practice or management, or beginning career in nursing research.
Potential careers
Aged Care Nurse, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Community Health Nurse, Critical Care Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Educator, Nurse Manager, Nurse Researcher, Researcher
- Graduate Attributes
Graduates of the Master of Nursing Science will be distinguished by the following attributes:
- A sound knowledge of a broad range of research methodologies and methods.
- The ability to design and conduct a research project in a rigorous and ethical manner.
- The skills to critically evaluate research and make informed decisions for practice change when appropriate.
- The ability to work as an effective member of a research team.
- A basic understanding of the philosophical basis of nursing research.
- The ability to identify and describe the major theoretical perspectives that inform nursing practice.
- Being a critical and informed thinker regarding issues related to nursing and health.
- The ability to communicate effectively using a range of mediums.
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Last updated: Thursday, 24 May 2012
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