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The University of Queensland (UQ)

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Master of Nurse Practitioner

  • Masters (Coursework)

Take your nursing career to the next level and prepare yourself to advance into the expanded role of nurse practitioner.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
5677
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

Take your nursing career to the next level and prepare yourself to advance into the expanded role of nurse practitioner.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • An approved postgraduate qualification in a clinical field.
  • Hold an unrestricted licence as a registered nurse in Australia, with no condition on registration related to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct.
  • A minimum of two years full-time equivalent experience as a registered nurse in a specified clinical field and two years at an advanced practice level in the same clinical field.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.Entry is competitive with a limited intake capacity.
  • An approved postgraduate qualification in a clinical field.
  • Hold an unrestricted licence as a registered nurse in Australia, with no condition on registration related to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct.
  • A minimum of two years full-time equivalent experience as a registered nurse in a specified clinical field and two years at an advanced practice level in the same clinical field.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.Entry is competitive with a limited intake capacity.
GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects
SubjectQualification equivalent
Inherent requirements

To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.

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Student visas

This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

To study this program in Australia you will need a temporary visa or residency status with study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.

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Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven't completed the prerequisites, we can help.

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Additional application information

Applicants must also provide evidence of:

  • Executive endorsement from the health care organisation where the applicant is employed to support practicum requirements, including supervision and clinical support.
  • Active involvement in professional organisation and contribution to the ongoing development of the nursing profession.

Submitting an Application
Applicants must read important program and application information and download an application pack from the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work web page prior to submitting an application online.

Location
You will be required to attend face-to-face teaching at UQ's St Lucia campus. These are usually two - three day blocks during the semester.

For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.

Entry to this program is competitive, based on GPA, with a limited intake capacity.

Study locations

External

What you will learn

  • Upskill to a nurse practitioner qualification and open doors to a variety of professional nursing roles and specialities.
  • Benefit from a program of 300 hours of supervised clinical professional practice.
  • Study under experienced nursing practitioners and researchers who are leaders in the field, both in Australia and internationally.
  • Take advantage of a flexible external delivery in which coursework is available in online study modules and discussions. You will also complete a three to five day Residential School each semester, providing the chance for on-campus learning.

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Emergency nurse practitioner
  • Palliative care nurse practitioner
  • Neonatal nurse practitioner
  • Urology nurse practitioner
  • Alcohol and substance use nurse practitioner
  • Oncology nurse practitioner
  • Nephrology nurse practitioner
  • Nurse facilitator
  • Diabetes educator
  • Paediatric nurse practitioner