Master of Mental Health Nursing (MMHNurs)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5509
Faculty
Location
External
Delivery mode
External
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Entrants must hold current registration in Australia and a Bachelor degree (or approval of equivalent qualifications by the Exec Dean.)
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 20400
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Email: nursing-midwifery@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3381 1165
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5509
Faculty
Location
External
Delivery mode
External
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Entrants must hold current registration in Australia and a Bachelor degree (or approval of equivalent qualifications by the Exec Dean.)
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Admissions Officer
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free call):
1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Mental Health Nursing?
This program will prepare graduates for specialist practice in the area of mental health nursing. It will systematically develop knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to contemporary mental health nursing practice. Students will gain experience in a variety of evidence based interventions and the theoretical principles that underpin them. Teaching will be provided by highly experienced practitioners and/or researchers, many of whom have national or international reputations for scholarship and/or professional practice. Students will have the opportunity to undertake both structured and independent learning assignments and study in a flexible environment that respects concurrent professional commitments
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Entrants must hold current registration in Australia and a Bachelor degree (or approval of equivalent qualifications by the Exec Dean.)
Apply online
Apply online to the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Entrants must hold current registration in Australia and a Bachelor degree (or approval of equivalent qualifications by the Exec Dean.)
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 20400
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Mental Health Nursing
To complete the Master of Mental Health Nursing, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student must obtain #24 from the MMHNurs Program list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
