Course overview
Master of Nursing Science is a postgraduate (master's) course in nursing & allied health at The University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Australia. It takes 2 years (full time), with intakes in February.
The University of Melbourne is a public institution, ranked =22 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | The University of Melbourne (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Course | Master of Nursing Science |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Nursing & Allied Health |
| Duration | 2 years (full time) |
| Tuition per year | A$44,000 (≈ ₹28.6 lakh) |
| Intakes | February |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0) |
Interested in Master of Nursing Science?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is A$44,000 a year, about ₹28.6 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly A$88,000 (≈ ₹57.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026 indicative first-year fee shown on the course page; fees rise each year
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared house or flatOur estimate for Melbourne; inner suburbs cost more | A$1,100–2,000per month | ≈ ₹71,500 – ₹1.3 lakh |
| Student apartment or on-campus roomOur estimate; residential colleges with meals cost more | A$1,600–2,800per month | ≈ ₹1 lakh – ₹1.8 lakh |
| Public transportTrams and buses run past the Parkville campus | A$100–220per month | ≈ ₹6,500 – ₹14,300 |
| Rental bond and setting-up costsUsually 4 weeks' rent as bond, plus basics | A$1,500–4,000one-off | ≈ ₹97,500 – ₹2.6 lakh |
| Living costs you must show for the visaDepartment of Home Affairs requirement | A$29,710per year | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at The University of Melbourne for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Graduate courses ask for a bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum weighted average, set course by course. Some, such as engineering, accept degrees in other fields but then take 3 years.
- Your Indian degree is assessed for equivalence by the university. Check the course page for its minimum average and any prerequisite subjects.
- The Master of Business Analytics and other Melbourne Business School courses run on their own calendars and may need work experience or an interview.
- Apply online. Most courses have intakes in March and July, and popular courses can close early.
- Accept your offer and pay the first-semester tuition deposit to receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for the student visa.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for most graduate courses on this page. Nursing asks for 7.0 with no band below 7.0. |
| PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT | Both are accepted. The equivalent score depends on the course's English band, so check the course entry requirements page. |
| Higher bands | Law, nursing, education and some health courses set higher scores than the standard band. |
Intakes
This course starts in: February.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in AustraliaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (for bachelor's applications)
- Bachelor's degree transcripts and certificate (for graduate applications)
- English test score (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or another accepted test)
- CV and work experience letters where the course asks for them
- Statement of purpose or personal statement where required
- Financial documents for the Genuine Student requirement and visa
Scholarships
Melbourne International Graduate Scholarship
Master's degrees (new students from 2027)
Value: 20% off tuition fees for the length of the course
Citizens of countries with GDP per capita of US$10,000 or less (check the university's eligible-country list) with an offer for an overseas fee place in a master's. Awarded automatically to the highest-ranked applicants; at least 300 awards a year (indicative).
Official pageMelbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
Bachelor's degrees
Value: A$10,000 off first-year fees, or 50% or 100% off fees for the 3-year degree (2024 values; later values not yet confirmed)
Indian applicants need an overall Class 12 score of at least 98% (CBSE, ISC or state board) and to be in the top 3% of their school results. Considered automatically after an unconditional offer.
Official pageMelbourne International Excellence Scholarship (Graduate)
Master's degrees
Value: Value set each year; see the scholarship page
High-performing international applicants new to the university, judged on their undergraduate results. Considered automatically.
Official pageMelbourne International Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Bachelor's degrees
Value: Value set each year; see the scholarship page
International undergraduate applicants with strong high school results. Considered automatically.
Official pageMelbourne International Pathway Scholarship
Master's degrees after a Melbourne bachelor's
Value: Value set each year; see the scholarship page
University of Melbourne graduates continuing to a master's degree.
Official page
About The University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne opened in 1853 and is the oldest university in the state of Victoria. It is a public research university and a member of the Group of Eight, the alliance of Australia's leading research universities. In the 2027 rankings it sits =22nd in the world in QS and =34th in Times Higher Education, which puts it among the two or three highest-ranked universities in Australia.
Melbourne is known for the 'Melbourne Model'. Most students first take a broad three-year bachelor's degree, such as Arts, Commerce, Science, Design, Biomedicine or Music, and then move on to a professional graduate degree in fields like engineering, law, medicine, architecture or teaching. For Indian students this means many popular professional programmes, including engineering, are offered mainly at master's level, often as two- or three-year degrees.
Similar courses
Nursing & Allied Health courses at other universities in Australia
- Master of Nursing PracticeMonash University2 years · A$47,400 / year
- Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)southern-cross-university2 years · A$37,000 / year
- Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration)university-of-new-englandCheck the course page · A$35,472 / year
- Master of NursingThe University of Sydney1–2 years · A$53,900 / year
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FAQs
What is the fee for Master of Nursing Science at The University of Melbourne?
The tuition for international students is A$44,000 a year (about ₹28.6 lakh). 2026 indicative first-year fee shown on the course page; fees rise each year. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master of Nursing Science?
The course takes 2 years (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: February. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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