Masters (Research)
Prepares students to be independent researchers with the ability to develop and implement a research proposal relevant to nursing.
The course is directed both at students with an interest in research and those planning a research career, preparing nurses to practice in the field of nursing research.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levelThis course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have a Bachelor Degree in Nursing, with equivalents considered, and be a Registered Nurse in any country.
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
International students (other than those students schooled in a recognised country as defined by APHRA at http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx) are required to provide any English language test approved by AHPRA with a score equivalent to an IELTS Academic overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement or we may require additional information to confirm that requirements have been satisfied.
Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:
To enhance current clinical practice as a nurse and the potential to move into research intensive positions.
Possible future job titlesNurse, research, higher degree by research
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