Master of Nursing Science (Mental Health Nursing)
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For experienced registered nurses with a solid foundation in an area of clinical practice, the Master of Nursing Science provides the opportunity to extend their career in leadership, research and management positions.
The Mental Health specialisation is ideal for nurses who are currently practising mental health nursing and wish to further develop their professional knowledge and understanding in this area.
The degree offers a comprehensive grounding in research methods and critical analysis and allows students to develop advanced skills in clinical inquiry, practice and leadership that are required in professional nursing. The research projects are individually supervised by experts in the field of study, and students who wish to continue on with further study to PhD can elect to complete 12 units of research.
International students on a student visa are required to study in Adelaide and complete courses on campus in face-to-face learning environments.
Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM134 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February |
| Additional Entry Requirements | All applicants must upload the following documents as part of the SATAC application:
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Fees and Scholarships
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| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $4,445
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Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships
To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
This program prepares students to undertake senior roles as Registered Nurses in the area of specialisation. Graduates are prepared for careers in senior nursing clinical practice or management, or can begin a career in nursing research.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Specialist Registered Nurse; Mental Health Nurse; Clinical Nurse Specialist
Degree Structure
The program is structured in two stages:
Stage 1
Students must complete the courses as outlined under the study plan to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Science (Mental Health Nursing).
Stage 2
With an additional one year of fulltime study, students can complete this program by Research or Coursework.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Year1 | S1 | Interpretive and Critical Research in Health | Research Literacy | ||
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| S2 | International Issues in Nursing Service Delivery | Leadership and Management in Nursing | |||
| Year2 | S1 | Research Part I | Research Part II | ||
| S2 | Research Part III | Research Part IV | |||
Assessment
May include essays, case studies, discussion board participation, presentations, poster presentations, critiques, portfolios and exams.
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Testimonial
The degree offers a range of placements, so you can explore a number of areas - including ones that you may not have realised you have an interest in previously.
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Last updated: Tuesday, 10 Oct 2023
