Are you an RN looking to upgrade your qualifications or become a leader in the healthcare sector? Our Master of Nursing is designed to boost your skills in leadership and strategic management within your current nursing practice. In addition, the options for elective courses and research opportunities can be aligned with your personal career ambitions.

Study Nursing online

No matter where you live in the world, you can study online with our Master of Nursing. Our nursing courses are designed for online study so you can continue working as an RN.

Would you like a say in the strategic direction of your ward, hospital or organization? Our Master of Nursing will boost your career opportunities in nursing and healthcare management.... [-]

The University of Canberra is committed to building a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and sports industry workforce. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person interested in studying a health or sports course, please contact Rachel Harrigan or phone 6201 2608.

This course will amply satisfy your hunger for refined qualifications and enable you to apply your expert knowledge to provide professional dietary advice that will lead to disease prevention and improving overall public health.

As part of your study, you’ll plan and execute a defined research project and combined with 24 weeks of full-time workplace education in settings such as hospitals and food services, you’ll graduate with a career trump card … you’ll be an Australian Accredited Practicing Dietitian!... [-]

The University of Canberra is committed to building a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and sports industry workforce. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person interested in studying a health or sports course, please contact Rachel Harrigan or phone 6201 2608.

As a physiotherapist, you will be an autonomous, first-contact practitioner and valued member of wider health teams. Our Master of Physiotherapy provides you with the specialized knowledge for a successful career in a range of different areas. Whether you decide to work in the public hospital setting or private practice, you will be armed with the skills to meet the unique needs of clients and enhance the health and welfare of the wider community.... [-]

Master of public health (advanced) - now available for online study

At ANU we are committed to training the next generation of researchers and population health practitioners, who will improve the population's mental and physical health through discovery, education and the translation of research into effective health policy and practice. Our work spans the full range of population health research, including non-communicable disease epidemiology, infectious disease surveillance and outbreak investigation, global health, health services research, social and cultural determinants of health, environmental health, healthy aging and mental health. Our Master programs draw on many different areas of population health giving you a comprehensive understanding of the field. And if you’re hoping to benefit from the research strengths of ANU, the Advanced program provides you with the opportunity to extend your practical, coursework experience in public health with the development and implementation of a research project.... [-]

The Rehabilitation Science program is for qualified health professionals who want to become experts in rehabilitation and health promotion to help rehabilitate people recovering from injury and illness. The course has been developed around three major themes: theory and practice; research and innovation; and rehabilitation in context. Within these themes, you can focus your studies on a variety of subjects including women’s health, pediatrics, neurology, acute care, musculoskeletal rehabilitation and emerging technology as they relate to your specific profession.

You will also have the opportunity to develop skills in leadership and health advocacy. At Australia's #1 University, your online learning experience will be enriched by regular feedback from your lecturers and tutors as well as real-time sessions where you speak with the instructor and fellow students. Students taking the course from overseas are not required to have an international student visa.... [-]

With the need to improve the delivery of psychiatric care to a broader cross-section of the community, the renowned Master of Psychiatry course is now being offered online using the latest technology and interactive learning platforms.

Delivered by the Department of Psychiatry and fully accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), students will be encouraged to explore the latest theoretical concepts in psychiatry and their relationship to clinical practice. You will also develop a broad understanding of the cultural and sociocultural differences that exist in our community and geographical region and their relationship to individuals and mental illness. If you are a medical practitioner who is looking for the opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in psychiatry, then this course is for you.... [-]

The Master of Health and Human Services provides health and community services professionals with higher skills that will set you up to become agents of change. As a student of this course, you will gain insight into the latest thinking, new knowledge and practices, and research as it relates to psychosocial practice. If you want to have a broader impact on the health and well-being of individuals and society, then this course is for you.

At Australia's #1 University, your online learning experience will be enriched by regular feedback from your lecturers and tutors as well as real-time sessions where you speak with the instructor and fellow students. If you are a qualified social worker you can study one of our Advanced Social Work courses. Students taking the course from overseas are not required to have an international student visa.... [-]

Graduates of this course are exposed to academic and industry leaders who share their experience and knowledge to facilitate insight into the contemporary health service management environment. Students can focus on health services management or complete a major in: Planning Clinical Leadership Project Management, or Health Research. The Planning major provides a blend of subjects to assist graduates in planning and evaluating health services, understanding health needs, and managing change in a dynamic and complex environment. The Clinical Leadership major provides a blend of subjects to assist graduates in maximising the efficiency, effectiveness and safety of health services as well as ensuring that governance, quality and risk-mitigation frameworks contribute to excellence in healthcare delivery. The Project Management major provides a blend of subjects to assist graduates in applying the knowledge, skills and techniques to execute projects effectively and efficiently within a healthcare environment. The Health Research major provides a blend of health services management, research coursework and independent study subjects to assist graduates in undertaking health services research and those who wish to be considered for admission to a doctoral program.... [-]

The course is designed and taught in alignment with local and international industry requirements and demands. It is taught by internationally recognised educators and industry experts, who share with students their research, practice knowledge and wisdom. This provides students with direct access to valuable insights and networks into the contemporary health service management environment. Students can complete a major in health services planning or health information management. Health services planning: This major increases students' specialist planning knowledge and skills, which leads to an enhanced capacity to plan and manage health services in diverse health settings. It provides a blend of subjects to assist graduates to develop skills in planning and evaluating health services and understanding health needs, as well as managing people, resources, systems and processes within health services to meet the changing needs of communities, clinicians, governments and organisations. Health information management: This major provides a blend of subjects to assist graduates to employ a data-driven approach within the contemporary digitally evolving health environment. It prepares graduates to acquire and excel in positions such as: health information managers, clinical coders, data analysts, costing experts, or health informaticians. Both majors capitalise on state of the art learning spaces that enable students to experience a seamless integration of online and face-to-face on-campus learning. Subjects use a broad range of activities, including client briefs, case studies and simulations where students engage in 'real world' learning around common management tasks and challenges. Each subject includes several intensive study days on campus. Educators in... [-]

A degree in health sciences or other related degrees; specific coursework required; plus transcripts of primary degree and specific subject outlines. Applicants who do not meet the pre-requisite subject requirements may complete bridging subjects prior to entry.

The Master of Occupational Therapy is designed to produce highly competitive graduates with comprehensive clinical skills as well as possessing a solid business acumen and research experience. It is the first Occupational Therapy master's in Australia to offer you the opportunity to complete a clinical research project or undertake business electives in preparation for a career in private practice. You will engage in research training before specializing in one of two elective pathways:... [-]

In addition to core areas of physiotherapy, students have the opportunity to learn about evidence-based and professional practice, interprofessional teamwork, leadership, and undertake a research project. Advanced subjects include treatment of complex patients, health promotion and community rehabilitation, telehealth and quality assurance. All students develop a professional portfolio, designed to reflect professional competencies. Developed by leading physiotherapy academics, the course's subject matter is delivered in an integrated, student-focused manner, making use of cutting-edge technologies. The course has been developed in consultation with experienced physiotherapy clinicians, ensuring strong links with the profession. Over the two-year course students complete approximately 700 hours of clinical placement, sourced for them, addressing a variety of client groups across the lifespan. Clinical placements in hospitals and private practice are carefully selected to complement in-class learning and offer supervision by experienced physiotherapists. Students are allocated placements within the Sydney metropolitan area, with potential opportunities also available in rural and regional settings.... [-]

Developed by leading pharmacy academics and our expert educational designer, the course's subject matter is delivered in an integrated, student-focused manner, making use of cutting-edge technologies and strong links with the pharmacy profession. Expert guest lecturers and practitioner teachers are utilised throughout the course to ensure relevance and real-world application of content. In addition to the one-year international placement, students undertake clinical practice in a wide variety of settings sourced by UTS throughout the degree. This includes a guaranteed hospital pharmacy placement. On-campus learning takes place in the Graduate School of Health's state-of-the-art education and research facility, which opened in 2015.... [-]

The Master of Public Health (Advanced) offers flexibility, with a wide range of electives, providing the opportunity to specialise in a particular field of public health. UTS utilises a combination of face-to-face teaching, including block days, and online educational delivery. Academic staff are highly experienced clinicians and researchers, and recognised as leaders in their chosen fields of public health.

Upon completion of the course, graduates have an internationally recognised qualification. They have developed skills and acquired knowledge essential for the modern public health professional. Specifically, the course covers topics including: global public health communicable and infectious diseases health promotion health education reproductive and sexual health Indigenous health health policy management in healthcare primary healthcare health research methods epidemiology biostatistics health economics. ... [-]

The Master of Public Health offers flexibility, with a wide range of electives, providing the opportunity to specialise in a particular field of public health. UTS utilises a combination of face-to-face teaching, including block days, and online educational delivery. Academic staff are highly experienced clinicians and researchers, and recognised as leaders in their chosen fields of public health.

Upon completion of the course, graduates have an internationally recognised qualification. They have developed skills and acquired knowledge essential for the modern public health professional. Specifically, the course covers topics including: global public health communicable and infectious diseases health promotion health education reproductive and sexual health Indigenous health health policy management in healthcare primary healthcare health research methods epidemiology biostatistics health economics. ... [-]

This course provides students the opportunity to work with leading national and international researchers in their area of interest to develop and complete an original research project, which contributes to knowledge. Students gain research training and skills, as well as developing extensive knowledge and expertise in an area of research. Students are supported by a strong and vibrant research culture, both within the school and the University, and have access to other researchers, a wide variety of workshops, the University library and research facilities.

This course is excellent preparation for those students who wish to pursue doctoral research study, a career in research or higher-level orthoptics positions. Career options include academic appointments, expanded practice roles, advisory positions and industry roles.... [-]