What Is Graduate Entry Nursing?
Graduate Entry Nursing (also known as Graduate Entry Master's in Nursing or Accelerated Nursing Programs) is a pathway for individuals who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and want to become registered nurses (RNs).It's a fast-track nursing program designed for graduates of other disciplines. These programs typically lead to a Master of Nursing (MN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or sometimes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Who Is It For?
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People with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field.
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Those looking to change careers and enter nursing.
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Candidates wanting to become an RN and potentially progress to advanced practice roles.
| Feature | Description |
| Duration | 1.5 to 3 years (depending on the country and program). |
| Outcome | RN license + possible MSN degree. |
| Intensive | These are accelerated, full-time programs with clinical placements. |
| Eligibility | Requires a bachelor's degree, prerequisites (e.g., anatomy, physiology), and often health clearance & background checks. |
Countries Offering Graduate Entry Nursing
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Australia: Master of Nursing Practice (e.g., University of Melbourne, Monash).
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UK: MSc Nursing (Pre-registration) for Adult/Child/Mental Health Nursing.
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USA: Entry-Level MSN (e.g., Yale GEPN, Johns Hopkins MSN Entry into Nursing).
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Canada: Some universities offer accelerated second-entry BScN or MN programs.
Admission Requirements :
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Bachelor’s degree in any field.
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GPA (minimums vary).
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Prerequisite subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Statistics, etc.
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English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS for non-native speakers).
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Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter.
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References.
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Interview (sometimes)
Career Outcomes
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Registered Nurse (RN) (eligible for NCLEX or local licensing exams).
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Pathway to advanced roles: Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator, etc.
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Work in hospitals, community health, aged care, mental health, etc.
