Master of Nursing (Online)

About the course

Victoria University’s Master of Nursing Online is a flexible, 100% online postgraduate course designed for registered nurses seeking advanced practice, leadership, research and innovation capabilities. Delivered part-time through seven-week study periods, you study one unit at a time and can start in multiple intakes across the year. The Master coursework builds clinical leadership and evidence-informed decision-making in nursing. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue advanced nursing practice and clinical leadership pathways across hospitals, community and primary care services. The course supports development in evidence-based practice, quality improvement and innovation, preparing you for roles such as clinical nurse leader, nurse unit/team leader, clinical educator, quality and safety coordinator, or practice development roles. This is a Master coursework qualification focused on nursing leadership and advancement. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)