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This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.
Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).
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The Master of Nursing offered by Victoria University Online is a comprehensive program designed for registered nurses aiming to enhance their skills and advance their careers in healthcare. This 100% online course allows students to specialise in areas such as Chronic Disease and Ageing, Nursing Leadership, or Nursing Informatics Leadership. Over a minimum of two years, students will engage in a series of focused units, each lasting seven weeks, which are structured to promote deep learning and practical application of knowledge in real-world settings.
Throughout the course, participants will develop essential competencies in clinical leadership, research, and advanced nursing practices. The curriculum is tailored to address contemporary healthcare challenges, equipping graduates with the tools to lead innovations in patient care and improve health outcomes. With a strong emphasis on community health, quality improvement, and informatics, students will be prepared to take on pivotal roles in the evolving landscape of nursing. The supportive online learning environment fosters collaboration and connection with peers and instructors, ensuring a rich educational experience.
Victoria University Online has a long-standing reputation for delivering quality postgraduate education, making this Master of Nursing a valuable opportunity for those looking to elevate their professional journey. Enquire to learn more about how this program can help shape a successful career in nursing.
Eligibility
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent qualification; AND
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); AND
- Applicants without an AQF 7 Bachelor Degree of Nursing or equivalent qualification but hold a current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) will be considered for the Graduate Certificate in Nursing.
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What You’ll Learn
In this Master of Nursing course, the subjects students may study include:
Core Units
- HN06001 – Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
- HNO6002 – Care Coordination in Practice
- HNO6003 – Leading Improvement and Innovation
- HNO6004 – Evidence and Research for Practice
- HNO6005 – Complex Care Coordination
- HNO6006 – Nursing Informatics
- HNO6007 – Professional Development in Practice
- HNO6008 – Mental Health Nursing
Chronic Disease and Aging
- HNO7002 – Innovation in Aged Care Practice
- HNO7003 – Ageing and Chronic Disease
- HNO7004 – Health and Wellbeing for the Older Person
- HNO7901 – Research Project: Chronic Disease and Ageing
Nursing Leadership
- HNO7005 – Nursing Management
- HNO7006 – Nursing Leadership and Management
- HNO7007 – Financial Management for Nurses
- HNO7901 – Research Project: Nursing Leadership
Nursing Informatics Leadership
- HNO6003 – Leading Improvement and Innovation *
- HNO6006 – Nursing Informatics *
- HNO7006 – Nursing Leadership and Management
- HN06017 – Nursing Informatics Leadership
* This unit is covered as a core unit in the Master of Nursing.
Why study with Victoria University Online
Internationally recognised as a leading university, Victoria University (VU) is ranked among the top two per cent of universities worldwide.
At VU Online, you can tailor your studies to fit around your busy schedule through 100% flexible learning. Their programs are delivered through VU Online’s postgraduate Block Model, which has received LearnX Platinum Awards for ‘Best Online Learning Model’ and ‘Best Accessibility eLearning Design’.
Their postgraduate online Block Model is designed to be flexible, interactive and student-centred. Instead of taking two or three units a semester, you will study one unit at a time, offering you more flexibility than traditional on-campus degrees.
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