Coursework

Master of Nursing Science

  • CRICOS code: 061211F
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Overview


2025 Summer (January intake)

  • Applications close 30 August 2024

You are encouraged to submit your application as early as possible prior to the timely application due date, as places are limited.

Applications submitted after the timely application due date may be considered subject to available places.


1. Review entry requirements and eligibility
Indigenous applicants

Applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent are given priority access to Nursing at the University of Melbourne.

Prospective Indigenous applicants are encouraged to:

  1. Complete the relevant section under the Graduate Access Melbourne requirement in the application form.
  2. Contact the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Science Indigenous Student Support Office for application and admission support.
2. Gather your supporting documentation

As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:

3. Submit your application

  • All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload requested information as soon as possible.
  • Track the progress of your application via the Application Portal.
  • Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
  • Orientation is held in the week before the start of semester and attendance in person is required.

Weighted Average Mark (WAM)

We encourage all applicants with a WAM of 65 or above to apply. This WAM is an indication only and may vary year to year depending on the applicant pool, achieving this WAM does not guarantee entry. Domestic applicants who have special circumstances are encouraged to apply through Graduate Access Melbourne to increase their eligibility.

Inherent requirements

This course has inherent requirements. Refer to the Master of Nursing Science Handbook for important information on these requirements.

Clinical placements

Clinical Placements are undertaken as part of this course. All students must undertake a Police Record Check, obtain a Working with Children Check and comply with immunisation requirements. Refer to the following pages for important information:


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