Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
Duration: 2 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
General Nursing
Affiliation
The University of Sydney
Overview
The Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) at the University of Sydney is an advanced practice programme focused on equipping experienced nurses with the knowledge, skills and leadership required for autonomous nurse-practitioner roles. It involves advanced clinical practice units including diagnostics, pharmacology, clinical judgement, leadership, evidence translation and professional practice. Students must complete 300 hours of supernumerary integrated professional practice (SIPP) in addition to theoretical units. The programme emphasises high-level nursing practice, clinical autonomy, collaborative health-team leadership and the ability to engage in complex decision-making in health care. Graduates will be eligible to apply for endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia. The curriculum also supports the changing roles of nursing in contemporary health care, including innovation, policy and extended practice domains. The flexible mode allows working clinicians to manage study alongside practice, but entry requirements ensure significant prior experience and readiness for the advanced role.
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Registered nurse in Australia with current nursing registration.
- Minimum of five years FTE experience as a registered nurse, of which three years in the relevant clinical area and one year at an advanced practice level.
- Employed in the relevant clinical practice area (working in the area of practice relevant to the nurse practitioner application) while undertaking studies.
- English proficiency for international applicants — e.g., IELTS 7.0 overall.
- Note: According to a programme guide, the course is not available for international students on a standard student visa.
Minimum Education
BSc Nursing
Admission Process:
- Verify that you meet the eligibility criteria: current registration as a nurse in Australia, required years of experience, advanced practice in the speciality area,and English proficiency (if applicable).
- Prepare application documents: nursing registration proof, CV/resume outlining years of practice and specialty area, references (at least two senior clinicians), statement of support/employment in relevant practice area, nomination of primary clinical supervisor.
- Submit an online application via the University of Sydney postgraduate admissions portal for the Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner).
- The faculty reviews applications based on academic record, practice experience, supervisor nomination and employment context — places offered to qualified applicants in order of complete applications.
- If selected, accept offer, enrol and pay required tuition/fees.
- Commence the programme: enrol in units of study (60 cp core + 12 cp capstone), undertake 300 hrs supernumerary integrated professional practice, complete assignments, projects and clinical practice components.
- Complete all required units and practice hours within the allowed timeframe to graduate and then apply for nurse-practitioner endorsement.
