Detailed Program Facts

Application Fee

  Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

 CAD 39,300 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Canberra - Bruce Campus

  CAD 29,710 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

• IELTS
  • Minimum Overall Score - 7.0  Minimum Listening - 7.0  Minimum Reading - 7.0  Minimum Writing - 7.0  Minimum Speaking - 7.0  
• TOEFL
  • Minimum Overall Score - 94.0  Minimum Listening - 24.0  Minimum Reading - 24.0  Minimum Writing - 27.0  Minimum Speaking - 23.0  
• PTE
  • Minimum Overall Score - 65.0  Minimum Listening - 65.0  Minimum Reading - 65.0  Minimum Writing - 65.0  Minimum Speaking - 65.0  

• Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have completed an Australian bachelor's degree (or a recognized international equivalent) in any discipline, completed within 10 years of application.

• Minimum CGPA Required: 75.00 %

Additional Information

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

WIL is a vital component of this course. Over the two years, you will be required to complete 800 hours of clinical practice across a range of local and regional medical settings - including paediatric, aged care, medical and surgical, theatre, emergency department (ED) and intensive care unit (ICU).

UC coursework is immersive and engaging with numerous ongoing simulated learning experiences using cutting-edge technology designed to mimic real-life scenarios. Our campus’ offer multiple high fidelity simulated learning environments allowing UC Master of Nursing Practice students to experience direct clinical practice in a safe and controlled setting. 

Participating placement venues include: Canberra Hospital, North Canberra Hospital, Goulburn Base Hospital, and several additional private healthcare clinics in and around ACT, Sydney and regional New South Wales, e.g., Bega. 

A core component of the UC nursing coursework takes place within the simulated environment, where students have the opportunity to develop and hone clinical skills and behaviours in spaces that look and feel like the clinical environment.  UC nursing students can expect to spend hours rehearsing and practicing together utilising a myriad of simulation trainers, manikins, emerging technology (such as AI and VR), and even actors as they prepare for clinical practice.

Career opportunities

There are a plethora of career opportunities for registered nurses who can work in all aspects of nursing from Emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, Operating departments, primary health care, rehabilitation and mental health.

This course also fosters both digital health and leadership skills and graduates will be perfectly placed to work towards clinical leadership and management positions.

Scholarships

Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

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