Overview
The Master qualification can be taken as a stand alone qualification or, if the Nursing student at National University of Singapore demonstrates the ability, can be converted to a Doctor of Philosophy qualification. Besides coursework, student is required to complete a thesis of a maximum of 80,000 words for graduation.
Features
- There is no specialisation of the degrees awarded.
- These milestone Singapore based qualifications enable nurses to take their study in a full-time or part-time mode.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- A total of 28 units comprising of three core courses + three elective courses (at Level-5000 & 6000).
- All candidates should also complete a mandatory online Responsible Conduct in Research course within four months of their enrolment.
- To be confirmed a PhD candidate, a candidate is required to pass a PhD qualifying examination within two years from the date of admission.
- Candidates deemed weak in English by the School would also have to sit for the Diagnostic English Test and take additional English Language courses conducted by the Centre for English Language Communication.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Has a minimum of one year work experience at the point of entry into the course.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or healthcare-related subjects with at least a Second Upper Honours class or its equivalent; or
- Coursework Master’s degree in Nursing or healthcare-related subjects with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Developed critical analytical and writing skills.
- The ability to pursue research in the candidate’s proposed field of advanced study.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.) — Non-residents: 41,101 AUD / year ≈ 37,350 SGD / year
- Domestic (Tuition fee for the domestic students.) — Citizens or residents: 40,440 AUD / year ≈ 36,750 SGD / year
Living costs
Singapore: 2,067-4,270 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 48 months (4 - 5 years)
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting August 2027. Apply before Nov 2026
- Language: English
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: Singapore, Singapore
- Disciplines: Nursing