Postgraduate Research Guide

The School of Nursing & Midwifery (Fremantle) and School of Nursing (Sydney) have developed programs of study that assist Registered Nurses in developing the knowledge and skills required for advanced practice. Each degree and research qualification has a focus on personal and professional development, clinical judgement and research capabilities. Students have access to highly qualified supervisors and they are supported by other staff within the School who are invested in your academic achievement. The School has one of the highest rates of student satisfaction in Australia. HIGHER DEGREES BY RESEARCH: › Master of Nursing (Research) › Master of Philosophy › Doctor of Nursing › Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) RESEARCH FOCUS Nursing research at Notre Dame focuses on a wide range of health care issues including the following: › alcohol, tobacco and other drug-related issues; › chronic care; › Indigenous health; › mental health; › mentoring; › palliative care; › professional practice; › skills development; and › workforce issues. SCHOOL OF NURSING & MIDWIFERY Postgraduate degrees by coursework are offered in Nursing, Midwifery, Mental Health, Allied Health, Clinical, Ophthalmic, Forensic and Perioperative Nursing and Burn & Trauma Rehabilitation (through School of Physiotherapy). Please see the Postgraduate Coursework Guide for details. Notre Dame’s School of Nursing & Midwifery is a leading contributor to the profession – consistently excelling in critical university quality indicators and contributing new knowledge to improve health outcomes for people across Australia. FIND OUT MORE NOTREDAME.EDU.AU 41