Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Postgraduate Nursing overview
Graduate certificates and diplomas in nursing allow nurses to take agency over their career path and follow their professional passions. This degree takes on average one to two years to complete while studying full-time.
Employment options
Those with specialised nursing skill sets will generally find jobs in their chosen fields with greater ease. Nurses are already very highly sought after, and the qualifications and knowledge that come with a postgraduate degree will further improve their employment prospects.
Scholarships and funding
You could be eligible to receive Austudy or Youth Allowance if you are studying your degree full- time. Your educational institution may also offer scholarships or bursaries that you can apply for.
You can also use our scholarship search tool to search for scholarships, grants, and funding.
Prerequisites and selection process
Most graduate certificates and diplomas of nursing will only be available for those who have a bachelor’s degree in nursing and who are registered, nurses. Check with your tertiary institution to be sure.