Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration)
Nursing
A course by
Wintec
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.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 2 years
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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.
Culturally Responsive Practice
Develop and apply culturally safe and responsive approaches to meet the diverse healthcare needs of Māori, Pacific, rural and remote populations.
What You're Signing Up For
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
What you need to know first
Recognised bachelor’s degree in health-related field with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year
Comprehensive First Aid Certificate (NZQA units 6400, 6401, 6402)
Written health and immunity status assessment
Safety checks including referee and police vet checks, and risk assessment under the Vulnerable Children’s Act 2014
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 7.0) or equivalent for applicants for whom English is a second language
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Registered nurse (on passing NCNZ exams)
Nursing clinical positions
Nursing leadership roles
Nursing education positions
Nursing research roles
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