Master of Advanced Nursing

The Master of Advanced Nursing at Monash University is a postgraduate program designed to prepare nurses and midwives for leadership roles across diverse healthcare environments. This course equips students with advanced practice knowledge, clinical expertise, and the ability to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate healthcare delivery in complex and multicultural settings. Students can choose from a range of specialisations including advanced midwifery, trauma nursing, palliative and end-of-life care, healthcare in disasters, leadership and management, and education in healthcare. Each pathway provides targeted skills that enhance professional practice and open opportunities for senior roles in hospitals, community health, aged care, and specialist clinical environments. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, policy formulation, and strategic leadership, ensuring graduates are capable of influencing healthcare systems at both clinical and administrative levels. Flexible delivery options allow students to study on-campus at Clayton or Peninsula, or online if offshore, making the program accessible to a wide range of learners. Depending on prior qualifications, students may complete the program in one, one and a half, or two years. The course also offers a research thesis option, providing a pathway to higher degrees by research for those interested in academic or policy careers. Graduates emerge with the ability to contribute meaningfully to the health of individuals, families, and communities, while also advancing the nursing profession through leadership, innovation, and education. This program is particularly suited for nurse practitioners and those seeking to specialize in emergency nursing, intensive care, or mental health nursing. By combining advanced clinical knowledge with leadership training, Monash’s Master of Advanced Nursing empowers graduates to take on senior positions and drive improvements in healthcare delivery worldwide.