Most students undertaking postgraduate study in nursing are in full-time practice and study part-time.

Several postgraduate nursing courses are delivered via distance learning or ‘block mode’. There is also web-based teaching, relevant readings and other study material. This is designed to make the courses available to students in employment and located at a distance from the university. 

Develop your practice

Students like you initially enrol in the postgraduate certificate to develop clinical knowledge and skills. You then study towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing. Or, you can progress to a Master of Nursing as preparation for advanced practice roles and/or Nurse Practitioner registration.

Learn from the best in your field

You’ll learn from academics and professional clinicians who are highly experienced registered nurses. Their expertise in practice and research drives the development of relevant, up-to-date course content, teaching and assessment of your work.

You’ll be supported all the way

Along with contact with your lecturers, learning consultants in the Centre for Teaching and Learning are available to support your study and academic writing skills. Massey libraries have a subject librarian who supports you on campus or if you are studying via distance.

Find out more about nursing at Massey

See the Study nursing page for more information.

Nurse practitioner pathway

The Nurse Practitioner pathway is embedded in the Master of Nursing (MN) qualification. See the ‘Final Year pathway for Nurse Practitioner ’ information under the ‘Entry requirements’ accordion for more information.