The Master of Nursing (General) at UniSQ offers a personalized master's degree, allowing students to specialize in areas such as aged care, dementia care, and health promotion. The flexible program features part-time and online study options and utilizes various assessment methods and teaching approaches. Graduates gain advanced clinical and management skills, preparing them for leadership roles in the nursing and healthcare sectors.

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Master of Nursing (General) program at UniSQ allows students to personalize their master's degree and gain expertise in areas specific to their nursing career goals.
It provides strategic clinical leadership and management skills while enhancing understanding of contemporary healthcare practices. Students can develop theoretical and practical knowledge in aged care practice, dementia care, immunization nursing, counseling skills in a nursing context, and culture as a determinant of health. The program offers flexibility through part-time and online study options, enabling students to balance their studies with their careers.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program consists of 12 units, including 5 core courses, 5 specialization courses, and either a research or clinical pathway.
• Course Schedule: Students can choose to start their studies in Semester 1 or 2.
From 2025, the program will be offered in Trimester study periods, with start dates in Trimester 1, 2, or 3.
• Modules: The program includes the following modules:
• Core Courses:
• Advanced Nursing Practice
• Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
• Leadership and Management in Nursing
• Research Methods in Nursing
• Specialization Courses:
• Aged Care Nursing
• Dementia Care
• Immunization Nursing
• Counseling Skills in a Nursing Context
• Culture as a Determinant of Health
• Research Pathway:
• Research Project
• Advanced Research Methods
• Clinical Pathway:
• Clinical Placement

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The program utilizes various assessment methods, including:
• Assignments
• Case studies
• Clinical placements
• Examinations
• Presentations
• Research projects

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program employs a range of teaching methods, including:
• Blended learning
• Case-based learning
• Clinical simulations
• Lectures
• Online learning
• Problem-based learning
• Tutorials
• Faculty: The program is taught by experienced nursing professionals and researchers.

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates of the Master of Nursing (General) program are equipped with the skills to advance their careers in nursing or the healthcare sector.
They can pursue leadership positions in both the private and public sectors.

Other:

• Residential Schools: All students have the opportunity to attend on-campus residential schools for face-to-face lectures, tutorials, and practical experience.
• Professional Experience: Some subjects within the specialization require a short clinical component.
• Other Specializations: UniSQ also offers other specializations within the Master of Nursing program, including Clinical Education, Gerontology, Leadership & Management in Health, Mental Health, and Rural & Remote.