Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Course Details

Prepare for a rewarding career in healthcare by mastering the knowledge, skills and practical experience needed to become a registered nurse in Australia, in just 2 years (or part-time equivalent). This program is designed for applicants who have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline within the past 10 years and who can meet minimum GPA requirements. You'll learn to work effectively in interprofessional teams to promote quality health outcomes through safe and effective nursing practice, in a program developed to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice. Learn the latest theories and cutting-edge skills from experienced health and nursing professionals. You’ll benefit from an inquiry-based learning approach combining classroom-based study with clinical practice, helping you build strong clinical reasoning skills to provide safe, effective and high-quality care. Throughout the program, you'll undertake 840 hours of supervised clinical placements in a range of settings, including hospitals and a variety of healthcare organisations. Most of these clinical placements will take place at clinical partner sites across Brisbane and the broader metropolitan area.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: 32 units

CRICOS Code: 069418D

Start date: Semester 1 (23/02/2026)

Address

St Lucia

St Lucia Campus

The University of Queensland, Queensland, 4072

Attendance options

  • Full-time - 2 years

Total tuition costs

AUD $100,064

ENTRY CRITERIA*

OVERALL IELTS: 7


* Note that TOEFL and IELTS scores are indicative of overall requirements in either test. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the educator for a more detailed breakdown of requirements. Note also that where TOEFL and IELTS scores are published applicants will typically require one or the other.