The Master of Nursing Science is a 180 credit (one and one-half years full time) programme which has been designed for internationally and New Zealand qualified nurses (with a current registration) who wish to further develop their knowledge and skills for career advancement within nursing practice, education and leadership. All courses require a foundation of undergraduate knowledge and skills achieved through previous nursing qualifications.

CAREER OUTCOMES
Possible job and career opportunities can include:

• Registered Nurse (via Registered Nurse Competence Training
  Scheme pathway, see page 2)†
• Clinical Nurse Specialist†
• Nursing Education†
• Health Services Manager
• Health Promotion Advisor
• Community Health Support Worker
• Research Assistant
• Tertiary Education Tutor†
  † These specialisms require New Zealand Registered Nurse (RN) registration.