Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies (MNPractSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5383
Faculty
Teaching Location
External
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Current registration as a Nurse in Australia.
Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).
A minimum of five years full-time equivalent (FTE) experience as a Registered Nurse including; three years FTE in a speciality area and one year FTE at an advanced practice level in the relevant speciality area of practice.
Additional application information
Applicants must also provide evidence of:
- Confirmed support from employing health care agency for the applicant to complete all professional experience requirements of the course;
- Active involvement in professional organisation and contribution to the ongoing development of the nursing profession.
Submitting an Application
Applicants must read important program and application information and download an application pack from the School of Nursing and Midwifery web page prior to submitting an application online.
Delivery Mode
All courses are external however; NURS7001 and NURS7003 each have a one-week compulsory residential in Brisbane.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - December 31 of the previous year.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Email: nursing-midwifery@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3381 1165
Duration
This program is not available to international students
Commencing 2013
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5383
Faculty
Teaching Location
External
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Current registration as a Nurse in Australia.
Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).
A minimum of five years full-time equivalent (FTE) experience as a Registered Nurse including; three years FTE in a speciality area and one year FTE at an advanced practice level in the relevant speciality area of practice.
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Why study the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies?
The Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies program is specifically designed to prepare registered nurses to function autonomously and collaboratively in advanced and expanded clinical roles. Students develop skills in assessment and management of clients that may include but is not limited to the direct referral of patients to other health care professionals, prescribing medications and ordering diagnostic investigations.
The nurse practitioner role is grounded in the nursing profession's values, knowledge, theories and practice and provides innovative and flexible health care delivery that complements those provided by other health care providers. The scope of practice of the nurse practitioner is determined by the context in which the nurse practitioner is authorised to practice.
What you can study
The Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies consists of 24 units which can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time. Credit for prior learning may be given for registered nurses with other previously completed postgraduate study.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Current registration as a Nurse in Australia.
Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).
A minimum of five years full-time equivalent (FTE) experience as a Registered Nurse including; three years FTE in a speciality area and one year FTE at an advanced practice level in the relevant speciality area of practice.
Additional application information
Applicants must also provide evidence of:
- Confirmed support from employing health care agency for the applicant to complete all professional experience requirements of the course;
- Active involvement in professional organisation and contribution to the ongoing development of the nursing profession.
Submitting an Application
Applicants must read important program and application information and download an application pack from the School of Nursing and Midwifery web page prior to submitting an application online.
Delivery Mode
All courses are external however; NURS7001 and NURS7003 each have a one-week compulsory residential in Brisbane.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Current registration as a Nurse in Australia.
Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).
A minimum of five years full-time equivalent (FTE) experience as a Registered Nurse including; three years FTE in a speciality area and one year FTE at an advanced practice level in the relevant speciality area of practice.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Academic advising
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Endorsement
The registration standard on endorsement as a nurse practitioner states that an applicant seeking endorsement as a nurse practitioner must be able to demonstrate:- current general registration as a registered nurse with no conditions on the registration relating to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct;
- the equivalent of three (3) years full-time experience in an advanced practice nursing role within the previous six (6) years from date of lodgement of application;
- completion of a Board-approved nurse practitioner program of study at Masters level or equivalent as determined by the Board;
- compliance with the National Competency Standards for the Nurse Practitioner and;
- compliance with the Boards registration standard on continuing professional development as a registered nurse.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
What you can do with a Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies
Careers
Nurse Practitioners work in a variety of specialties within both public and private health care settings. Interested candidates are encouraged to discuss the potential role for a Nurse Practitioner with their Health Service District/Manager or employer.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
- Royal College of Nursing Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- NURSING AND MIDWIFERY BOARD OF AUSTRALIA
Program rules for the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies
To complete the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student must obtain #24 from the MNPractSt list. This constitutes all of Part A (#10) and #6 from Part B Core Project plus #8 from the electives listed in Part C.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
