Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)Master of Nursing Science
This course is available
On-Campus, Online
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
18 months
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Hawke's Bay Campus
Summary
The EIT Master of Nursing Science programme will build on knowledge, skills and attributes which registered nurses have gained in their undergraduate degrees and subsequent professional practice. The programme is designed to meet the needs of registered nurses who are seeking postgraduate study to prepare them for a variety of advanced nursing practice, nursing education, policy, management and other leadership roles.
Programme OutlineThe Master of Nursing Science is a 180-credit programme (one and a half years full-time or three years part-time) which enables registered nurses to further develop their knowledge and skills for professional practice.
As a graduate of the programme you will be equipped with expanded nursing knowledge, refined skills for evidence-based practice, and enhanced clinical judgment and research skills which will enable you to deliver advanced nursing practice, nursing education and leadership.
The Master of Nursing Science is a Level 9 qualification of 180 credits with either:
- 90 credits at level 8 plus 90 credits at level 9, or
- 120 credits at level 8 plus 60 credits at level 9
We recommend that you take the opportunity to discuss your study options with the School of Nursing Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator, prior to enrolment, to help ensure that you select the most appropriate pathway to meet your career goals.
Renee Goldbert (Nursing) on 06 830 1545, or email rgoldbert@eit.ac.nz to discuss.
Entry criteria
Entry RequirementsAn interview may be part of the application process where required or appropriate.
The academic entry requirement for the Master of Nursing Science is one of the following:
- A NZQF-listed Bachelor’s or higher degree in Nursing (or equivalent) with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average as per the EIT-specified 11-point achievement-based grading system; or
- At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
Progression to Level 9 courses is dependent upon satisfactory academic progress.
Special ConditionsApplicants must be New Zealand registered nurses or, in the case of international applicants, must be registered in their country of origin and preferably have three years post-registration nursing experience.
Contact Renée Goldbert on 06 830 1545, or email rgoldbert@eit.ac.nz to discuss.
English Language Entry RequirementsApplicants from countries in which English is not the primary spoken language must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. Ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include:
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- Completion of a programme of study in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply*); or
- Approved scores on IELTS tests, namely an Academic score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 achieved in a single test within the preceding year (or accepted international equivalents).
- *See NZQA English language entry requirements for international learners at https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entry-requirements-for-international-students/
- Completion of a programme of study in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply*); or
Applicants may be admitted with credit transfer or recognition of prior learning. The Postgraduate Programmes Cluster Committee has discretion in the granting of academic credit.
Academic credit may be awarded as specified credit where there is a substantial match between previous learning and the course for which academic credit is sought; or unspecified credit where the learning is broadly relevant to, and at an equivalent level to, the course for which academic credit is sought.
Credit granted shall not be for course(s) completed as part of an undergraduate degree, nor shall credit be granted that exceeds one-half of the total programme credits.
A Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/entry with credit application pack is available on enrolment. It is recommended that applications for RPL/entry with credit are made as part of your initial application. Entry with credit cannot be processed until you are enrolled.
For further information please contact the Postgraduate Programmes Administrator, Stacey Wong, on 06 830 1507.
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