Program Overview
Master of Nursing (Research)
Overview
The Master of Nursing (Research) is a postgraduate research degree that provides students with the opportunity to explore a specific area of interest in nursing. The degree is designed to equip students with advanced research skills and knowledge in nursing, preparing them for careers in research, education, and leadership.
Key Facts
- Award: Master of Nursing (Research)
- Start dates: Anytime (2026)
- Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Learning mode: Research
About the Master of Nursing (Research)
The Master of Nursing (Research) degree allows students to conduct original research in a specific area of nursing. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognized in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 Masters Degree by Research. Areas of research in this program include:
- Midwifery
- Mental health nursing
- Palliative care nursing
- Wound care
- Cardiac nursing
- Clinical nursing education
- Ageing and aged care
- Rural health
Academic Entry Requirement
The minimum academic requirement for entry to a Master of Nursing (Research) at La Trobe University is a Bachelor's (Honours) degree in a relevant discipline completed within the last ten years with a weighted average mark of 70 (H2A) or above. Applicants must be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Pathways
There are currently no alternative pathway courses for this degree. However, students can use the Pathways Tool to discover other courses with pathway options available.
What You'll Study
The Master of Nursing (Research) degree involves conducting original research under the supervision of experienced academics. Students will have the opportunity to engage in work-based learning, including internships, mentoring, and industry-linked projects.
Course and Career Outcomes
The Master of Nursing (Research) degree is designed to prepare students for careers in research, education, and leadership in nursing. Graduates may pursue careers in higher education, research centers, hospitals, and healthcare organizations. Successful completion of the Master of Nursing (Research) can also serve as a pathway into a PhD.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master of Nursing (Research) degree, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and critically reflect on theory and its application
- Analyze and synthesize complex information, problems, concepts, and theories
- Generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
- Design, use, and evaluate research and research methods
- Communicate research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences
Fees and Scholarships
Australian and New Zealand citizens and Australian permanent residents do not usually pay tuition fees for graduate research degrees, as the fees are covered by the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP). La Trobe University offers various scholarships to support students, including:
- Dennis McDermott Research Scholarships
- La Trobe Flexible Research Scholarship (FLEX) - candidates with disabilities
- Graduate Research PhD Project Scholarships
- La Trobe University - Sheffield Hallam University Joint PhD Program Scholarship
- La Trobe University - IIT Kanpur Joint PhD Program Scholarship
- La Trobe University - University of Bayreuth Joint PhD Program Scholarship
- Victorian Maternal and Child Health Nursing Scholarship
- Return of Native Title Materials PhD Scholarship
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How to Apply
Applications for the Master of Nursing (Research) degree can be submitted at any time. However, some courses may start earlier than the standard semester, term, or study period, and applications for these courses close one week prior. Students should check the course start date to ensure their application is submitted in time.