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Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) is a postgraduate coursework degree for experienced registered nurses seeking endorsement as a nurse practitioner in Australia. It develops advanced clinical knowledge and autonomous, collaborative practice for diverse healthcare settings, with study delivered mostly online. The course includes prescribed core units, a professional practice capstone, and 300 hours of supernumerary integrated professional practice to support advanced nursing leadership and policy contribution at master’s level in Nursing.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to pursue nurse practitioner endorsement and advance into autonomous and collaborative advanced practice roles across Australian healthcare settings. The program supports progression into senior clinical practice, specialist service development, and leadership contributing to quality improvement and healthcare policy direction. Completion can also strengthen capability for advanced professional practice portfolios and ongoing clinical education. Career pathways align with master’s level Nursing practice as a Nurse Practitioner candidate and endorsed clinician.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

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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CSP: A$5,543
Full Fee Paying: A$26,300

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Information

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2 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MANUNUPR2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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