Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration)
A two-year, full-time master's programme for graduates with a health-related degree, providing a pathway to becoming a registered nurse in New Zealand, with both theoretical and extensive clinical placement components.
NZ$19,569
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Eligibility for Nurse Registration
Graduates are eligible to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) to sit the State Final Examination and gain registration in the registered nurse scope of practice.
Advanced Clinical Competence
Demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for safe, evidence-based, and competent nursing practice.
About This Course
The Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) at Wintec is a two-year full-time programme designed for graduates with a health-related background who wish to become registered nurses. Integrating coursework and clinical practice, students develop advanced nursing knowledge, clinical competency, and culturally safe practice. Graduates are eligible to sit the State Final Examination for nurse registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ).
Course Content
- Ngā Momo Mōhiotanga: Ways of Knowing – Foundations for Professional Practice
- Health Assessment, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Professional Practice
- Re-establishing Hauora
- Clinical Practicum 1 – Re-establishing Hauora
- Whānau and Community Hauora
- Clinical Practicum 2 - Whānau and Community Hauora
- Rangahau or Research as Evidence for Practice
- Clinical Practicum 3 – Toia Mai
- Integrated clinical placements
- Culturally responsive and interprofessional practice
Entry Requirements
Recognised bachelor’s degree in health-related field with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year
Build towards these roles
Registered nurse (on passing NCNZ exams)Nursing clinical positionsNursing leadership rolesNursing education positionsNursing research roles
Build skills in these industries
HealthcareNursing
