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Master of Nursing Science (MC-NURSC)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2026 Delivered: Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
About this course
Contact
Master of Nursing Science Coordinator
MNSci-Coordinator@unimelb.edu.au
Principal Coordinator
Sacha Petersen
Overview
| Award title | Master of Nursing Science |
|---|---|
| Year & campus | 2026 — Parkville |
| CRICOS code | 061211F |
| Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
| Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
| AQF level | 9 |
| Credit points | 200 credit points |
| Duration | 24 months full-time |
The Master of Nursing Science prepares students for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The course encourages a practice-oriented and evidence-based approach to learning as a means of ensuring close links between theory and practice and as a tool to support self-directed and life-long learning. To qualify for NMBA registered nurse accreditation, students must complete 187.5 credit points (13 subjects) of core subjects and 12.5 credit points of one elective subject.
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Last updated: 8 January 2026