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Graduate Diploma of Health (Advanced Nursing)

Graduate Diploma.
Federation University

600

in world overall ranking*

70

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This flexible online Graduate Diploma is designed for working nurses to build advanced practice capability while studying full-time or part-time. You will engage with contemporary health issues and debates, complete 120 credit points across four units, and strengthen skills you can apply directly in your own clinical setting. The qualification can also provide a pathway into further masters-level study in advanced nursing. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their professional standing and be better prepared for advanced practice and clinical leadership responsibilities in nursing and broader health services. The course supports capability development to lead within nursing practice communities, contribute to service improvement, and apply contemporary evidence and developments to workplace decision-making. Typical outcomes include progression toward nurse leadership and senior clinical roles in diverse care settings.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$4,738 per year

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Information

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1 years

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January, April, July, October

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Online
Federation University Online

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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20% of tuition fees

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