Top Courses

La Trobe University

La Trobe University is ranked in the world's top 100 for nursing with 94 per cent of recent graduates from its postgraduate nursing degrees finding full-time employment within four months of graduation.

Master of Nursing

Due to the global effects of population growth and the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of people living with chronic conditions is on the rise.. As a result, the demand for nurses in all specialised fields has increased. La Trobe's Master of Nursing lets you match your study to your career aspirations - enhance your knowledge and skills in specialist areas by choosing from a range of clinical and non-clinical subjects such as acute care, cardiac care, critical care, emergency care, intensive care, medical imaging, neonatal care, perioperative practices, public health, leadership, health administration. You'll graduate ready to effectively plan, implement and evaluate practice in your specialised context, make high-level independent judgements, and function effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

CRICOS Course Code: 107440J

Monash University

Master in Advanced Nursing

This course, offered by Nursing and Midwifery, prepares nurses and midwives for leadership roles in management, education, disaster management and leadership, trauma nursing and advanced midwifery. You will develop advanced practice knowledge and leadership in specialist practice including skills to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as the ability to formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society.  

CRICOS Course Code: 098319M

University of Wollongong

Master of Nursing International

International students with a recognised bachelor's degree in nursing can accelerate their career progression by undertaking this course which is designed to prepare nurses for professional roles in the healthcare system. The course will focus on mental health, aged and dementia care, clinical excellence and research principles and methods. These topics will facilitate an all-around development of health professionals to seamlessly transition into professional roles in the health care system.

CRICOS Course Code: 089204G

Top Occupations

Occupation

Max entry-level salary (£ x1,000)

High demand in Australia*

Very high demand in Australia**

Very high demand in the UK

Children's nurse

26

   

Health play specialist

22

   

Health visitor

32

   

High intensity therapist

31

   

Learning disability nurse

32

   

Mental health nurse

32

Y

Y

 

Midwife

26

Y

Y

 

Nurse practitioner

31

Y

  

Paramedic

32

   

Physician associate

32

   

Registered nurse

32

Y

Y

 

* Likely to qualify for a Skilled Independent or Temporary Graduate visa in Australia.
** Likely to be fast-tracked for visas in Australia.

Top Employers

  • The NHS
  • Private hospitals and clinics
  • Nursing and residential homes
  • Private healthcare providers, including those who provide contracted service through the NHS
  • Schools, colleges, and universities
  • Volunteer healthcare-support organisations
  • The armed forces
  • Prisons
  • Commercial businesses such as cruise operators and private residential facilities

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