The Department of Nursing (formerly the Centre for Postgraduate Nursing Studies) at the University of Otago, Christchurch is ranked in the top 150 nursing schools in the world ( QS rating, 2025).
Master of Nursing Science
For graduates of any discipline, become a registered nurse in just two years.
Master of Advanced Nursing Practice
Preparing RNs to become a Nurse Practitioner Mātanga Tapuhi
Postgraduate courses for registered nurses
Clinically-focused certificates, diplomas, masters', and PhD qualifications.
Research
Improving clinical outcomes for people with long-term, acute, complex conditions
Postgraduate research opportunities
Explore current PhD opportunities in the Centre.
Downloads for prospective students
- Prospectus for registered nurses considering postgraduate study (PDF)
- 2025 study block timetable (PDF)