Course summary
The Master of Nursing (Pre-registration) course is designed for university graduates from diverse disciplines, including those without prior health education. This two-year course builds upon your existing undergraduate knowledge, preparing you for a career as a registered nurse. It offers exceptional learning opportunities that enable students to integrate theory and practice to deliver confident, sustainable, quality care in a range of health care settings.
Students will learn to think critically, manage complex healthcare challenges, and develop skills to situate themselves as a global healthcare leader. The degree emphasises evidence-based clinical practice and integrates important areas such as bioscience, pathophysiology, therapeutics, and pharmacology within professional nursing practice in contemporary healthcare environments.
Students will participate in active collaborative learning in simulated clinical laboratories, tutorials, and 840 hours of clinical placement experiences in a variety of settings and different local health districts. You will also be required to travel to a range of clinical facilities to attend clinical placements.
Substantial attention is given to a rigorous foundational subject and the initial study session to enhance both the students' learning experience and their readiness to enter the health profession. This strategy aims to motivate students to stay committed to the degree. In their first four weeks of enrolment, all students will complete an online Academic Integrity Module (AIM).
A key focus is placed on sustainability, and people-centred healthcare. The course structure enables students to develop competence in their nursing skills through simulations before undertaking clinical placements in diverse healthcare settings. Additionally, the course prioritises cultural safety, collaboration, teamwork, and social responsibility that are essential in contemporary nursing practice.
* This course is not on offer until 2025 and subject to accreditation by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
Course information
Study area
Health & Medicine
Campus
Wollongong
Course Code
3145
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Duration
2 year (1 subject completed during summer)
Delivery
On Campus
Cricos
108467A
UAC Code
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.
For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Recognised Bachelor's degree with a WAM average of 60 and completed less than ten years prior to the date of application.
Applicants with a qualification older than 10 years will be considered based on either more recent graduate study or work experience that demonstrates current capacity for graduate study.
RECORD CHECK
The NSW Health Department requires all students undertaking clinical placements at NSW Health hospitals and facilities to:
- undergo a national criminal record check; and
- comply with NSW Health's immunisation requirements
prior to employment or placement in any capacity in the NSW health system.
This criminal record clearance will be conducted by the NSW Police and/or the Australian Federal Police. Students are required to arrange for this check to be undertaken following enrolment, and the cost of the check will be their responsibility.
In addition, overseas students must also provide a Police Certificate from their home country/any country they have resided in, or a signed Statutory Declaration with no convictions/pending charges.
Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and Infectious Diseases in the Health Placements section.
FEES
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. UOW is offering Commonwealth Supported Places for all of our postgraduate coursework degrees* in 2024. This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. LEARN MORE
*Excluding Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive), Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (Executive), and Masters of Business Administration (Executive)
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entry Requirements - a recognised Bachelor degree with an equivalent average mark of 60%.
In addition to these criteria, nursing degrees also have inherent requirements that must be met.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
7.0 |
7.0 |
7.0 |
7.0 |
7.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
94 |
24 |
27 |
24 |
23 |
| PTE Academic |
69 |
69 |
69 |
69 |
69 |
Before you can start studying to become a registered nurse, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council requires you to demonstrate a high level of English proficiency. To be eligible for an offer you must declare one of the following:
- You will have completed six years of schooling - including at least two years of secondary school - in English in one of the following countries: Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, United States, Canada, Republic of Ireland, United Kingdom. OR
- You have undertaken/will undertake an English language proficiency test accepted for entry to this course preference in ONE sitting and within two years before the course start date (minimum test results as outlined under English Language requirements).
More information on English requirements can be found on our English Language Requirements website.
RECORD CHECK
- undergo a national criminal record check; and
- comply with NSW Health's immunisation requirements
prior to employment or placement in any capacity in the NSW health system.
This criminal record clearance will be conducted by the NSW Police and/or the Australian Federal Police. Students are required to arrange for this check to be undertaken following enrolment, and the cost of the check will be their responsibility.
In addition, overseas students must also provide a Police Certificate from their home country/any country they have resided in, or a signed Statutory Declaration with no convictions/pending charges.
Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and Infectious Diseases in the Health Placements section.
FEES
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Wollongong | On Campus | $17,568 (2025) | $74,664 (2025) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. The fees outlined in your Letter of Offer of Admission to the University are correct at the point of offer, but are indicative and subject to change without notice. The indicative total course tuition fee is an estimate, based on normal course length and progression and current course fees.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2023.
Applicant background |
2023 intake |
2023 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
ATAR PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘ATAR-based admission’.
|
ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023 |
ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. | Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)
More Information
For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2024 Autumn | Wollongong | This course is not availble until 2025 |
2025 NURSE Jan | Wollongong | Compulsory Orientation: 13 - 14 January 2025 Applications Close
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Course Structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course HandbookAccreditation & professional recognition
Subject to approval by ANMAC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council) graduates may be eligible to apply to register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) through the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) subject to meeting the registration standards, including English language proficiency. NMBA currently requires an overall IELTS score of 7.0, and at least 7.0 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Results must have been obtained no more than 2 years prior to applying for registration. Therefore, graduates will be required to take a further IELTS test even if the required results were demonstrated prior to enrolment in the Master of Nursing (Pre-Registration).
Why choose this course
In the dynamic field of healthcare, registered nurses are vital, offering comprehensive care for individuals with diverse health needs. At UOW, our Master of Nursing (Pre-Registration) course equips you with the skills to excel in this critical role. Engage in a blend of theoretical and practical learning, periods of workplace experience in various settings like hospitals, aged care, and community facilities. This hands-on approach ensures you apply classroom knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios.
Our curriculum focuses on integrating nursing theory and research into practice, enhancing your ability to manage complex client needs. You will gain insights into the cultural, social, economic, legal, and ethical aspects shaping nursing, preparing you for advanced responsibilities in the field.
UOW stands out with exceptional employment outcomes: 93.1% of our nursing graduates secure full-time jobs within four months post-graduation, surpassing the national average. The healthcare sector is expanding rapidly in Australia, offering numerous career opportunities. Our commitment to group-based learning fosters critical thinking, ensuring you are adept at navigating and applying knowledge in your professional life. We incorporate cutting-edge technology in our teaching, preparing you for a technological-driven healthcare environment. Our faculty includes world-class researchers and seasoned clinicians, offering a rich, industry-relevant education. The course is fully accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Agency, ensuring a high-quality, recognised qualification.
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