Master of Nursing (Gerontology)

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

1. Display an advanced body of seminal, conceptual, and data-based knowledge in nursing.
2. Communicate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to health and nursing.
3. Review conceptual and data-based literature using cognitive and technical skills to critique, evaluate, and identify best evidence to improve individual, community, and population health outcomes.
4. Apply evidence-based decision-making to clinical, policy, education, and/or practice situations.
5. Lead people and projects in diverse situations with a high degree of creativity, autonomy, and accountability, demonstrating appropriate judgment and responsibility as an expert practitioner.
6. Communicate at a high level in interpersonal, inter-professional, and intercultural situations with people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and needs.
7. Employ advanced skills in competent, caring, and professional nursing practice.

Recommended study pattern

Award requirements

Choose your subjects

Majors

• Clinical Education
• General
• Gerontology
• Leadership & Management in Health
• Mental Health
• Rural & Remote

Electives

Approved Course List

HEA8302 Culture as a Determinant of Health

ANP8003 Management in Health Care Practice

ANP8011 Clinical Leadership in Contemporary Health Care Practice

HEA8201 Introduction to Clinical Education

HEA8202 Innovative Learning Strategies for Healthcare Environment

NUR8550 Professional Studies 1

COU8103 Counselling Issues and Contexts

COU8101 Counselling Skills and Applications

COU8104 Counselling Frameworks

Exit points

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $13,422

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Times Higher Education Ranking 2024:

24

All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. For entry to the Master of Nursing (Gerontology) program, applicants are required to meet the Category 4 English Language Proficiency requirements.