Course
Nursing
Offered by UC
QS Nursing
QS World Rank: 501-600Respected Canberra nursing institution
Located in Australia's capital city. Canberra has Australia's highest average income and lowest unemployment rate. UC's Faculty of Health offers nursing programmes with strong links to ACT Health (Canberra Hospital). Ideal for students aiming for a PR in Australia's wealthiest and most stable region.
Key advantages
- Australia's capital city
- Highest average income in Australia
- Low unemployment
- ACT Health Canberra Hospital placements
- PR advantage in stable region
- Smaller city = easier to settle in
- Programme & duration
- Master of Nursing: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. AUD $32,000 – $40,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
- Intakes
- February and July
- English requirement
- IELTS: 7.0 (no band below 7.0)TOEFL iBT: 94PTE: 65
- Entry requirements
- Bachelor's in Nursing. AHPRA registration or equivalent. Academic transcripts and references.
Employability & placement
Clinical placements at Canberra Hospital (ACT Health). Canberra's healthcare sector has low vacancy rates and high nursing demand. PR pathways available.
Student experience
Canberra is a safe, clean, planned city. Higher cost of living than regional areas but offset by higher post-graduation salaries. Strong community for international students.
Research strengths
Research in chronic disease management, primary healthcare, and evidence-based nursing. Collaboration with ACT Health Research.