Graduate School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health

Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing Science

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Overview

Our nursing science programme has been designed for qualified and experienced Registered Nurses seeking to develop their theoretical knowledge and practical skills - both in general practice and in specialist areas of expertise.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing Science (PGCertNS) will provide you with the essentials for a Master of Nursing Science and more. You will emerge with an advanced understanding of pathophysiology relevant to your particular practice, as well as excellent skills in appraising research literature and relating it to your chosen discipline. In applying this knowledge to your workplace, you will also be able to identify potential solutions for improving health outcomes among the patients with whom you work. 

To gain a Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing Science (PGCertNS) you will need to successfully complete the following two courses:

Once you have completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing Science successfully, you may be able to apply for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Science (PGDipNS) or Master of Nursing Science (MNS). 

Your Certificate courses will count towards these programmes, however, you will be required to relinquish your Certificate when you are awarded a higher qualification.

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Application for Admission

From 1 October you will be able to enrol online

If you have any enquiries regarding future study options please contact:

Postgraduate Administrator
Graduate School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health
Victoria University of Wellington
PO Box 7625, Newtown
Wellington 6242
Phone: (04) 463 6647 or 0800 108-005
Email: address

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