Master of Nurse Practitioner (MNP)
Information valid for students commencing 2025
Duration
2 Years part-time
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5677
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Teaching Location
External
Attendance mode
External
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
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
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
Email: nmsw@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
This program is not available to international students
Commencing 2025
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5677
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Teaching Location
External
Attendance mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant clinical field.
- To hold an unrestricted licence as a registered nurse in Australia, with no condition on registration related to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct.
- Two years, full-time equivalent experience as a registered nurse in a specified clinical field and two years at an advanced practice level in the same clinical field.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Entry is competitive with a limited intake.
Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status.
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.
AQF level
AQF level 9
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.
Enquiries for International students
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 7 3365 7487
Within Australia: 07 3365 7487
Why study the Master of Nurse Practitioner?
The Master of Nurse Practitioner is specifically designed to prepare experienced registered nurses to function autonomously and collaboratively in advanced and expanded clinical roles. As a nurse practitioner you will provide innovative and flexible healthcare delivery that complements other healthcare providers. You will receive extensive clinical and theoretical knowledge, which will equip you with the specialist skills required for the expanded role as a nurse practitioner. You will develop skills in assessment and management of clients that may include but is not limited to the direct referral of patients to other healthcare professionals, prescribing medications and other treatment modalities including ordering diagnostic investigations. The nurse practitioner role is grounded in the nursing profession's values, knowledge, theories and practice and provides innovative and flexible healthcare delivery that complements those provided by other healthcare 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
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Nurse Practitioner.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant clinical field.
- To hold an unrestricted licence as a registered nurse in Australia, with no condition on registration related to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct.
- Two years, full-time equivalent experience as a registered nurse in a specified clinical field and two years at an advanced practice level in the same clinical field.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Entry is competitive with a limited intake.
Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements for this program will be offered a place. On admission to the program, you will need to provide evidence of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status.
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.
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 responsible for the cost of transportation and accommodation to attend residential schools or practicals.
What you can do with a Master of Nurse Practitioner
Careers
Nurse Practitioners work in a variety of specialties within both public and private health care settings in positions including: a clinical role where you may work individually or lead a team consultative roles in public and private practice owning and running your own business providing high-level support in a hospital or community clinic.
Professional registration
Graduates may be eligible for registration with the following organisations:
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (Endorsement)
Completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic registration. Please contact the registration body for details of any conditions for registration.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian College of Nursing
- Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- AUSTRALIAN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY ACCREDITATION COUNCIL
Program rules for the Master of Nurse Practitioner
To complete the Master of Nurse Practitioner
To graduate with a Master of Nurse Practitioner a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
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.
