Why study the Master of Advanced Nursing with UTS Online

Ranked #1 in Australia for academic reputation in nursing and midwifery¹

Top 100 University Globally3

Top ranked for Excellence in Research in Australia for Nursing & Midwifery2

5 star rated for excellence across 7 categories2


1QS Top Uni Ranking 2024        2QS Stars Rating 2018-2021        3QS Rankings, 2024

What you will study

UTS Online’s Master of Advanced Nursing is comprised of 8 core subjects (48cp) and four specialised subjects.

Note: Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma after completing 8 subjects. To find out more, download a course guide or speak with an Enrolment Advisor.

Core Subjects

  • Specialty Clinical Practice 
  • Applied Pathophysiology in Practice 
  • Evidence for Informing Practice 
  • Advanced Professional Practice 
  • Research in Health 
  • Leading Health and Social Care 
  • Improving Safety and Quality in Healthcare 
  • Comprehensive Physical Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
 
  • Graduate
    Certificate

Program structure

UTS Online’s Master of Advanced Nursing is comprised of 12 subjects, specialising in one of the following:

Acute Care (major), Chronic and Complex Care (major), Quality and Safety (major), Critical Care (major), Mental Health (major).

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GRADUATE CERTIFICATE |
4 SUBJECTS | 8 MONTHS

or, continue studying

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GRADUATE DIPLOMA |
+4 SUBJECTS | 16 MONTHS

or, continue studying

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MASTER’S |
+4 SUBJECTS | 24 MONTHS

graduate with a master's degree

Choose your pathway

Tailor your degree with a specialisation from the list below. A general option with no specialisation is also available.

 

 

 

Want to learn more about the online Master of Advanced Nursing specialisations?

Not only do we have the right tools to help you in your studies, we also have a student support team who care about your success.

Download a course guide Speak to an Enrolment Advisor

 


Upcoming study periods

UTS Online courses have six intakes per year. The diagram below shows all upcoming
intakes, with the next intake highlighted in blue.

Course information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 7.0 overall with a minimum score of 7.0 in each subset; or TOEFL: internet based: 94 overall, reading 24, listening 24, speaking 23, writing 27; or PTE: 65-72 overall with a minimum score of 65 in each subset; or OET: minimum score of B in each of the 4 components (listening, reading, writing and speaking).

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.  

 

Master of Advanced Nursing
All subjects from the Graduate Certificate + 8 subjects from the Master of Advanced Nursing

UTS Online’s Master of Advanced Nursing is designed for nurses who want to drive better outcomes for person-centered care in advanced clinical settings. This course is delivered part-time, 100% online and influenced by strong healthcare industry partners, making it one of the most contemporary and comprehensive courses of its kind. 

FEE-HELP

To assist with all or some of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their tuition fees.

To check your eligibility, feel free to speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards your online postgraduate studies, provided that it meets the relevant course requirements.

If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment, and you’ve undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning. UTS doesn’t determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.

To see if you’re eligible to receive RPL, speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

 

Unsure about your situation?

One of our Student Enrolment Advisors can assist you with more information, including alternative pathways.

Enquire now

Graduate Diploma
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

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Masters
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

The Graduate Diploma focuses on giving you the foundational skills that industry demands plus the soft skills to influence business decisions at senior management levels. 

The fast-tracked model means you can graduate with a diploma in just over a year, plus it gives you a pathway to study the Master of Business Analytics.