Master in Correctional Nursing

Location
Online
Next start term
Anytime
Study mode
Online
Course code
CM92
This is a new course, with the first intake expected in 2026. 
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Overview

With a growing number of incarcerated/detained people worldwide, the need for a qualified health workforce to implement specialist care is increasing.

The Master in Correctional Nursing will provide you with advanced knowledge to provide care for people who are, or have been, incarcerated or detained. 

You will also acquire the scholarship skills to critically analyse the current evidence for practice, engaging and conducting meaningful research to disseminate new knowledge and improve outcomes.

Enjoy the flexibility of studying completely online, at your own pace, with no term dates or submission deadlines. 

Study Experience

Career Opportunities

On completion of this course, you will possess the necessary knowledge to provide care for people who are or have been incarcerated, in a variety of settings.

Structure & Availability

This course is offered fully online in hyperflexible format, meaning you can apply to start anytime.

Available Locations

Flexible Online Study

Designed for maximum flexibility, this course is entirely self-paced and 100% online. Access your course content on any device, anytime.

Your Course

You must complete 12 units (72 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (12 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

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Additional Information

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. 

Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-year Fee

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The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one year for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place and should be used as a guide only. For a graduate diploma and master’s course, this usually comprises of eight units. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and the number of units you complete in the 12 month period. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

There may be additional costs as part of your studies, such as technology expenses. Learn more about other study costs.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Follow These Steps

  1. 1
    Check you meet the course requirements
  2. 2
    Get a Unique Student Identifier

Extra Admission Information

Learn about the assessment of applications and everything you need to know about receiving and accepting an offer to study with CQU.

Start Your Application

Use the Apply button below to access our Apply Online portal and start your application.