Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

University Rank:#410

The Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health) at University of Southern Queensland is a Graduate Diploma program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered online across its Main Site and Toowoomba campuses in Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 2 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Part Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 21,591 / year(s), with the next intake on September 8, 2026.

About Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health)

Overview

Gain the theoretical knowledge of leadership and management in nursing. Apply theory to practice in your current occupation while you study part-time and online.
Nursing management courses throughout this degree holistically develop your understanding of, and ability to provide, clinical leadership to health care team members.
Build the self-reflective practices and skills needed to achieve effective leadership while practicing as a registered nurse.
Analyse and implement change management practices in contemporary health care in order to manage the changing nature of teams within organisations.
Learn from lecturers who take an innovative approach to teaching interpersonal attributes which lead to improved collaboration, human resource understanding, active communication solutions, problem-solving and decision-making parameters.
Fit study into your life - study part-time and online while progressing your career as a registered nurse.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health) at University of Southern Queensland

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Completed a 3-year bachelor degree in the area of nursing from an Australian university, or equivalent.
Hold a current Professional Registration as a Division 1 nurse, or equivalent, with either Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or relevant regulatory body in applicant's home country.

English language requirements

To meet the English language requirements for this degree, we accept the minimum English language proficiency scores from one of the following tests. Your test must be completed within two years of applying to UniSQ.

IELTS (Academic)	Minimum overall score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Pearson Test of English	Minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
TOEFL iBT	Minimum total score of 94 and the following minimum score in each section of the test: 24 for listening and reading; 27 for writing; 23 for speaking.

English Program Requirements

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Career Opportunities after Completing Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health)

Career outcomes

Graduates have the skills to transition into leadership and managerial roles within health care organisations.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

21,591 / year(s)

Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Leadership & Management in Health) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba