Master of Nursing ( Graduate Entry)

This coursework Masters is a graduate entry program for applicants with a Bachelors degree in any discipline with a strong focus on clinical practice and research which leads to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of AustraliaThe program will provide experiential and authentic learning opportunities supplemented by theoretical components to ensure graduates are industryready upon entry to practiceCourse Learning OutcomesDemonstrate application of evidencebased nursing practice to address local regional national and global health priorities incorporating contemporary technologiesApply effective communication and collaborative skills to establish and maintain culturally safe therapeutic and professional relationshipsDemonstrate responsibility and accountability for determining and achieving ongoing professional developmentIntegrate knowledge and skills to assess plan implement and evaluate safe quality nursing care responsive to the needs of people and communities across the lifespanIncorporate cultural safety and competence within all aspects of professional practice when working collaboratively with patientsclients

All applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree or master's degree, with a course weighted average mark of at least 60%, or equivalent as recognised by the University. A health science-based degree is desirable; all applicants are required to have a tertiary level unit in human biology (students who do not meet this requirement will be required to undertake a Health Science Preparation program at ECU).Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:Bachelor degree; orEquivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.English competency requirements: