Master of Nursing Science
Interested in a career in nursing and already have an undergraduate degree? Study the AUT Master of Nursing Science.
The Master of Nursing Science gives graduates from any bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) the chance to pursue a career in nursing. This programme is ideal for graduates who are ready for a change in career.
After successfully completing the Master of Nursing Science, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ).
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Minimum entry requirements
Must have completed the following or equivalent:
- Bachelor’s degree with a B grade average or higher in courses at level 7
Other requirements
- May be required to attend a selection interview
- Must be capable of meeting the Children's Act (CA 2018) requirements, including police clearance
- Admission is subject to the approval of the programme leader
- Must be able to travel to clinical placements
- Immunisations must be current
- Have bystander CPR
International student entry requirements
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.5
You need a total of 240 points to complete the Master of Nursing Science.
Courses are taught at the AUT South Campus. Clinical placements can take place throughout Auckland.
Year 1
You complete a total of 120 points.
Semester 1 courses
- NURS841 Integrative Practice I (45 points)
- HEAL802 Applied Pathophysiology (15 points)
Semester 2 courses
- NURS842 Integrative Practice II (45 points)
- HEAL865 Health Research Design & Planning (15 points)
Year 2
You complete a total of 120 points.
Full-year course
- NURS987 Transition Practicum (60 points)
And complete the following courses
Semester 3 courses
- NURS843 Integrative Practice III (30 points)
- PHMY802 Applied Pharmacotherapeutics (15 points)
Semester 4 courses
- NURS844 Practical Leadership in Health Professional Practice (15 points)
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For further details contact the programme leader:
Dr Kay Shannon
($10,028 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)
($44,200 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)
- Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
- Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
- There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
- International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.
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