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15 Master's degrees in Nursing in New Zealand
Nursing Science (Pre-registration)
The Nursing Science (Pre-registration) programme from Waikato Institute of Technology allows degree qualified students a direct and faster route to a nursing career. On successful completion, graduates will be awarded a Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) and be eligible to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) to sit the State Final Examination to become a registered nurse.

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Science
This Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Science program from Victoria University of Wellington will enhance your knowledge and help you to develop new skills, ways of thinking, and professional confidence to integrate theory, practice, and research and improve your patient- and whānau-centred nursing care.
Nursing
This Nursing from University of Auckland is perfect for registered nurses seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in clinical practice and step up in their careers.
Nursing Practice
The Nursing Practice course at University of Waikato enables graduates from a wide range of disciplines to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Nursing Science
This Nursing Science programme from the Eastern Institute of Technology will build on knowledge, skills and attributes which registered nurses have gained in their undergraduate degrees and subsequent professional practice.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health in Nursing
Take your degree and experience to the next level, and become an expert in your area of interest and specialisation in health with this Postgraduate Diploma in Health in Nursing program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Advanced Nursing Practice
The Advanced Nursing Practice at the University of Otago is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for registered nurses. This flexible course, available through full-time or part-time study, focuses on clinical leadership and prescribing. It empowers healthcare professionals to enhance their expertise over two years.
Nursing Science
Do you have a degree in Health Science or Science and are thinking about your career options? A Nursing Science at the University of Auckland will fast-track your postgraduate journey and equip you to become a registered nurse in New Zealand.

Nursing Science
The Nursing Science from Auckland University of Technology is for you if you are interested in a career in nursing and already have an undergraduate degree.
Professional Practice
The Master of Professional Practice from Wellington Institute of Technology is a 180 credit, Level 9 qualification which can be completed by either a thesis, a praxis research project or a professional practice project.

Master of Health in Nursing
Looking to become a nurse? Our graduate entry pathway is for people who already have a Bachelor's degree and want to become a nurse without completing a second Bachelor's degree. If this is you, check out our Master of Health in Nursing offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Nursing
The Nursing programme at the University of Otago offers versatile postgraduate pathways, including M.Sc. and Ph.D. options. Students can study full-time or part-time through flexible distance and on-campus modes. This curriculum prepares registered nurses and new graduates for advanced clinical leadership and research roles.

Registered Nurse Prescribing
This Registered Nurse Prescribing course from Auckland University of Technology is relevant for registered nurses working in primary health and specialty teams where registered nurse prescribing could safely improve access to healthcare for people with long term or common health conditions.

Health Sciences - Advanced Nursing Practice
Throughout the Health Sciences - Advanced Nursing Practice course from Auckland University of Technology you'll explore current nursing topics and research an area of your interest through your thesis.

Health Practice - Nursing
This Health Practice - Nursing course from Auckland University of Technology prepares nurses for all advanced practice roles.