Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration)

Study and save: Discounted student fees are available through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) when undertaking this course in 2025.

Have you completed an undergraduate degree in the last ten years and now looking for a new direction? Leverage your undergraduate degree to become a Registered Nurse in just two years. Your journey will be supported by simulated education on campus and hands on experience in industry. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

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Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration)

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Duration

Full Time: 2 Years (Available Part Time)*

Next Start Date

05 January 2026

Closing Date

Campuses

Parramatta South UAC 950489 Hawkesbury UAC 950488

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual fee from $11,885

Additional Information

Program Code: 4785

CRICOS Code: 108310M

The heart of healthcare

The program’s guiding principle is safety of the public and has been designed to prepare graduates for safe and ethical nursing practice. Our program reflects contemporary practices in nursing, digital health and education, and responds to emerging trends based on research, technology and other forms of evidence which includes principles of intraprofessional and interprofessional learning and practice, principles of diversity, culture, inclusion and cultural safety for all people and knowledge and skills in pharmacotherapeutics and quality use of medicines.

Using a primary healthcare framework, the Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) program combines theory, critical thinking and reflective practice, while also applying physical and behavioural sciences to nursing. You will study using evidence-based principles, and explore best practice when providing care for individuals, families and groups from diverse backgrounds. You will put theory into action at Western’s on-campus simulated clinical practice subjects at a university ranked number in the Top 100 Universities in the World for Nursing (QS 2025). Students will undertake professional experience placements in a range of health facilities and community settings.

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Our modern Clinical Practice Units are equipped with high-quality technology to support your learning across a diverse range of simulation scenarios. Equipped to accommodate learning in small groups, our facilities provide students with a premium learning experience, preparing you to be work-ready.

Throughout your Nursing degree, you gain practical experience in various hospital and community settings, meaning you will graduate with a minimum of eight hundred hours of professional experience placement over two years.

What you can expect to study

The program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Community Health
Disability Services
Rehabilitation Services
Research and Education
Policy Development

B Psychological and Social Sciences

Entry requirements for domestic students

Please consult the handbook for more information regarding entry requirements for this course.

You can read more about special requirements here.

B Psychological and Social Sciences

Entry requirements for international students

**Please note, if this course lists a part-time option, this is not available to International Students on a Student Visa.

Please consult the handbook for more information regarding entry requirements for this course.

You can read more about international academic entry requirements here.

Indicative annual fee

PG Direct CSP

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Commonwealth and applicable only to Domestic students. This means that the Australian Government pays part of your fees towards your program, therefore reducing your program fees, and the remaining amount is paid by you, this is considered your Student Contribution.

The fee estimates provided are indicative only and subject to change. These estimates are based on the current fee structures for a normal full time study load. However, the final fees may vary depending on several factors, including the specific subjects chosen, the duration and timing of study, and annual fee adjustments (subject to Commonwealth student contribution band rates). Please note that these estimates do not include the Student Services and Amenities Fee. We encourage all prospective and current students to consult with our Student Services Hub for the most current fee information.

As a multi-campus institution, Western Sydney University and its entities reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary.

To work out how much your Student Contribution will be before you study, you will first need to find out the Student Contribution band your subjects fit into based on their general discipline area.

You can then calculate your student contributions to work out the total amount of your contribution.

The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a range of loans introduced by the Australian Government from 2005 to provide fee payment assistance to eligible students. Loans are for Australian citizens studying in Australia or overseas. Permanent residents who hold a humanitarian visa are also eligible if studying in Australia.

If eligible you may be able to defer all or part of your Student Contribution through the HECS-HELP loan program. You may also be eligible for OS-HELP if undertaking studies overseas.

New Zealand citizens and holders of an Australian permanent resident visa (other than an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) are generally not entitled to HECS-HELP assistance. If you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident your Student Contribution amount must be paid in full by the census date.

However, the Australian Government has passed new legislation that changes the way some New Zealand citizens, who hold a Special Category Visa (SCV), studying in Australia will pay their fees. More information is available on the Changes to fees for New Zealand Citizens webpage.

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Apply as a Domestic Student

If you are a domestic student, you can apply through our Western Application system which is free of charge.

Domestic students are:

Australian Citizens
New Zealand Citizens
Australian permanent residents
Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders

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Scholarships

Western Sydney University recognises and rewards students who demonstrate community engagement, outstanding academic ability and superior leadership skills. Donor-funded scholarships are also available, providing support for students based on both academic achievements and equity considerations. There are also scholarships available for specific degrees.

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As a multi-campus institution, Western Sydney University and its entities reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary.

Apply as an International Student

If you are an international student, you can apply for free through our international student application system or through an agent representative.

International students are:

Not an Australian citizen;
Not a New Zealand citizen; and
Not a permanent resident of Australia.

Admission to Western Sydney University is on the basis of meeting minimum academic and English language requirements. For more information about tuition fees and other costs, visit the Fees and Costs page.

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Scholarships

When you apply to Western, you’re automatically assessed for a Scholarship, no additional application required! We’re offering multi-year scholarships (for up to 3 years) valued at $6,000 or $3,000 and even 50% off tuition fees. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit.

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FAQs

We've gathered common questions to provide you with quick, clear answers about this program. Whether you're exploring admission requirements, details about the degree or career prospects, you'll find valuable insights here. If you need more information, our support team is ready to assist you on your journey to Western. You can find their details below.

You can find all relevant entry requirements for the Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) in the handbook.

Students will be eligible for registration as a Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia on successful completion of this course.

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