Overview

The Nursing Practice course at University of Waikato will prepare you to respond to the health needs of the Midland and Aotearoa populations with a particular focus on equity for Māori and Pacific, mental health and addiction, primary and community health.

Delivered in partnership with the Waikato District Health Board and its clinical partners, our nursing programme combines high academic standards with hands-on learning in a real healthcare setting from day one. The programme also has a specific focus on equity, wellbeing and Māori and Pacific health with opportunities to specialise in mental health and addictions.

Career Opportunities

Registered nurse

Primary and community health care

Hospital-based care

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Navigating Hauora for Health Professionals

Professional Nursing Practice in Aotearoa Society

Applied Science for Nursing Practice

Pharmacology for Nursing Practice

Transition to Registered Nurse Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-19 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the deadline may be accepted if space is available.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

Medicine Nursing View 17 other Masters in Nursing in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

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Other requirements

General requirements

You can apply for the Master of Nursing Practice if you have:

A bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in any subject

Achieved at least a B grade average in your final year of your degree

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42840 NZD / year

≈ 42840 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9685 NZD / year

≈ 9685 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: $9,685 per 120 pts plus additional Ancillary Costs per year

International: $42,840 (120 points) $85,680 (240 points) per year

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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