Master of Nursing
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
The Master of Nursing is an applied, clinically-focused programme characterised by advanced study in nursing and health sciences which leads to the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice. The programme has been specifically designed to prepare you for advanced practice in the nurse practitioner scope and is approved by the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Please Note:
This programme is not open to international applicants. Credit Recognition requires you to apply 4-8 weeks prior to allow time for processing. Please contact the department before enrolling email [email protected].
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Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.5 Academic 6.5 Listening 6.5 Reading 6.5 Writing 6.5 Speaking If English is not the applicant's first language, applicants will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact Ara for an assessment. Note: IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test. The English Language requirements for this programme are higher than the minimum set by NZQA; therefore, applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance may be required to provide evidence of English Language skills. Applicants must be a New Zealand Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate. Applicants must have employer support for their education leading towards the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice. B average for courses in the Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Practice (Registered Nurse Prescribing).
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.