Master of Mental Health Nursing (MMHNurs)
Information valid for students commencing 2023
The Master of Mental Health Nursing is no longer available.
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2023
Semester 1 (20 Feb, 2023)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2023)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5509
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
External
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
Email: nmsw@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2023
Semester 1 (20 Feb, 2023)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2023)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5509
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent and be eligible to practice as a registered nurse in Australia. Applicants must be working in a clinical area where there is mental health exposure. The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.Other OET - A minimum grade of B for each sub skill (L,S,R,W).BE is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 7 3365 7487
Within Australia: 07 3365 7487
Why study the Master of Mental Health Nursing?
Mental health nursing is a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference to the lives of patients and their families. Mental health nurses are in high demand in a variety of fields within the mental health sector. This program will prepare students for specialist practice in the area of mental health nursing. It will develop a student's knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to contemporary mental health nursing practice. The program is taught by highly experienced and internationally-recognised practitioners and researchers.
The Master of Mental Health Nursing is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of the theories, legislation, policies and standards that underpin mental health nursing. Students will develop practical skills that promote safe nursing practice and management of risk in a clinical setting.
What you can study
Students will experience a variety of evidence-based interventions as well as develop a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin these practices. Students can undertake both structured and independent learning assignments and study in a flexible environment that respects concurrent professional commitments. The program is designed to provide self-paced structured learning and includes both a program of reading and tasks designed to integrate reading into practice.
On campus study requirement
A number of courses within the program will require attendance on the St Lucia campus for a brief period of time.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health Nursing.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students will undertake approximately 200 hours of supervised clinical practice. During their placements, students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop their clinical skills in real life setting. Supervised practice will occur within the student's work setting in mental health and support you in developing specialist mental health nursing skills.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
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
An approved bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent and be eligible to practice as a registered nurse in Australia. Applicants must be working in a clinical area where there is mental health exposure. The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.
Additional application requirements
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.Other OET - A minimum grade of B for each sub skill (L,S,R,W).BE is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Mental Health Nursing
Careers
As a registered nurse who has completed the program, you will have diverse career opportunities. These include community, inpatient, consultation liaison, acute care, forensic mental health and leadership roles.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian College of Mental Health Nurses
Program rules for the Master of Mental Health Nursing
To complete the Master of Mental Health Nursing
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Mental Health Nursing, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
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