Advanced Specialty Practice Specialisation

About the course

The Advanced Specialty Practice Specialisation is a four-unit specialisation studied within the Master of Advanced Practice. It develops specialty nursing expertise by strengthening advanced clinical knowledge and integrating physical, psychosocial and environmental aspects of care. You will focus on safety, quality and clinical governance, along with complex decision-making, evidence-informed practice, advocacy and holistic care, delivered online part-time in nursing.

Career outcome

This specialisation supports registered nurses seeking to deepen capability in specialty practice roles across hospitals, community health and other clinical settings. Graduates can apply advanced evidence-informed decision-making, quality and safety leadership, clinical governance awareness and patient advocacy to enhance care in complex environments. It is designed to complement the Master of Advanced Practice and strengthen progression into advanced specialty nursing roles in nursing.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)