$90,900 median starting salary.
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022, postgraduate Nursing & Midwifery)
Degree overview
Do you want an in-demand career?
Study our Master of Mental Health Nursing program and join the largest cohort of mental health nursing students in Australia. We offer flexible learning to help you develop the specialised skills and knowledge to advance your career.
You will become diligent in the latest models of care established to meet the specific needs of people experiencing mental illness. You can choose to upskill by specialising in Custodial Health.
As a qualified mental health nurse, you will be highly sought after in this challenging and rewarding area of healthcare.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for credentialling with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.
You could save up to 70% with a Commonwealth-Supported Place.
World top 47
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for Nursing
96% of our graduates
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found employment
Career opportunities
Possible career paths may include:
- Clinical Mental Health Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Consultant
- Mental Health Nurse Researcher
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credentialed Mental Health Nurse
- Health Services Manager
- Mental Health Services Manager.
What you will study
Key areas of study include:
- Talking therapies
- The delivery of psycho-social and psycho-educational interventions
- Mental health care for older people,
- Illness management and recovery
- Mental health in primary care
- Forensic mental health
- Youth and young adult mental health.
You can choose to specialise in Custodial Health. Study areas include health and substance misuse, cultural context of custody and social justice in the justice system.
Student experience
Student experience
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How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Applicants must be a Registered Nurse with:
- Honours; or
- A postgraduate qualification; or
- A minimum of one year's practice in nursing; or
- A minimum of one year's practice in another health profession.
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Applicants must be a Registered Nurse in:
their own country, with
- A postgraduate qualification (equivalent to AQF level 8 or higher); or
- A minimum of one year's practice in nursing;
Accepted work experience may include pre-registration experience and is not required to be undertaken full time and can be undertaken as an Enrolled Nurse, or Registered Nurse or any health profession.
Work experience can be identified through: a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming role, duties and period of employment.
Scholarships
Scholarships
If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.
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Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for credentialing with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.
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