Program Description

The Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) offers an intensive two-year pathway to nursing registration for graduates of any discipline. A part-time study pathway is also available.Students will engage in clinically-focused, face-to-face and online, research-informed learning through the University of Otago, Christchurch, in partnership with healthcare providers in the South Island. They will develop their knowledge and skills for practice through case-based scenarios, clinical simulation, extensive clinical experiences and research. On successful completion of the MNSc students will be eligible to apply for registration in Aotearoa New Zealand and the United States.

Admission Requirements

1. Every applicant
   1. must hold an undergraduate degree requiring at least three years of fulltime study; or hold a bachelor’s honours degree; or hold a bachelor’s degree followed by a postgraduate diploma; or hold a master’s or doctoral degree;
   2. must have provided a current curriculum vitae and a statement of interest.
2. An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
3. Applications must be made by the due dates specified as part of the Guidelines for Admission into the Health Sciences Professional Programmes published at www.otago.ac.nz/healthsciences. (“the Guidelines”)
4. Selection of eligible students for admission to the Master of Nursing Science programme shall be made by the Nursing Admissions Committee (“the Committee") whose terms of reference shall be established by the Division of Health Sciences and approved by the Senate.
5. Subject to these regulations and the Selection Criteria established by the Committee and approved by Senate from time to time and published as part of the Guidelines, selection for admission shall be in the discretion of the Committee.
6. Without limitation, the Selection Criteria may include:
   1. academic performance;
   2. demonstration of appropriate attributes for admission into the programme.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

• Yearly tuition fee is given