Master of Nursing Science

The Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) aims to enable registered nurses seeking postgraduate study to prepare for a variety of advanced nursing practice and leadership roles, but not that of a Nurse Practitioner, further developing their knowledge and skills for evidence-based practice, clinical specialty practice, advanced nursing practice, research, education and leadership. Graduates of the programme will be equipped with expanded nursing knowledge, refined skills for evidence-based practice, enhanced clinical judgment and research skills, which will enable them to deliver advanced nursing practice and leadership.

Important:

For students considering Masters study there are options available to you - please contact the nursing post graduate programme manager Karyn Madden who will be able to assist and guide you through this process.

To be eligible for this qualification, you need to have a New Zealand Nursing Practising Certificate with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

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Online Blended
Campus
Online Blended
Qualification
Masters
Level
9
Credits
180
Duration

One year, six months full-time

Dates
TBC
Fees
This programme qualifies for SIT Zero Fees. Terms and Conditions apply. Click here for more information.
Tuition Fees

Zero tuition fees

Direct Material Costs

$362.00 per paper (incl. GST)

International Fees

Check if this course is available to international students in our International section.

Course Outline

The Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) aims to enable registered nurses seeking postgraduate study to prepare for a variety of advanced nursing practice and leadership roles, but not that of a Nurse Practitioner, further developing their knowledge and skills for evidence-based practice, clinical specialty practice, advanced nursing practice, research, education and leadership. Graduates of the programme will be equipped with expanded nursing knowledge, refined skills for evidence-based practice, enhanced clinical judgment and research skills, which will enable them to deliver advanced nursing practice and leadership.

Course Content

MNSC9.001 Critical inquiry for nursing practice (30 credits) plus; or

MN5C9.002 Research project (30 credits), provided 120 Level 8 credits have been achieved

Completion Requirements

In order to qualify for the MNSc, a student will be required to complete either:

  • 120 credits at Level 8 plus 60 credits at Level 9
  • MNSC9.001 Critical Inquiry for Nursing Practice (30 credits) plus MNSC9.002 Research Project (30 credits), provided 120 Level 8 credits have been achieved

To be eligible for the 60 credits (x2 30 credit papers) at level 9, you need to have completed x4 level 8 papers (including a research paper) with a B average (PG Diploma). Apart from the research paper you can select any papers in your PG Dip if you are wanting to pursue the Masters pathway.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the programme will be equipped with expanded nursing knowledge, refined skills for evidence-based practice, enhanced clinical judgment and research skills, which will enable them to deliver advanced nursing practice and leadership. 

Application Criteria

Entry to the Master of Nursing Science programme may be limited by the number of places available.

The academic entry requirement for the Master of Nursing Science is one of the following:

  • an NZQF-listed Bachelors’ or higher degree (or equivalent) in nursing with a minimum of the equivalent to a ‘B’ average as per the SIT-specified 11-point achievement-based grading system, and New Zealand Nursing Registration. It is expected that applicants will be in current clinical practice.
  • At the Head of School or Programme Manager’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above


 

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