Nursing (MSc)

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #174 =

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Nursing (MSc) at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada is a master's degree in Nursing programme. The programme runs for 2 years.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Nursing

Duration: 2 years

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: gs.mcmaster.ca ·

Program details

Overview

McMaster University's Master of Science in Nursing (MSc) is offered through the School of Graduate Studies for registered nurses seeking to advance their practice, education, research, or policy expertise. The program is available in three streams: a thesis-based route emphasizing independent research, a course-based route, and a course-based Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) stream. Full-time study is completed over two years. Admission requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN); applicants to the NP stream must also have at least two years of full-time experience as a registered nurse. Graduates are prepared to take on advanced clinical, educational, research, and leadership roles within the nursing profession, building on McMaster's established strengths in nursing research and interprofessional health education. The program admits students for a typical September start.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Admission to the Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner stream additionally requires at least two years of full-time experience working as a registered nurse.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About McMaster University

“All things cohere in Christ”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1887

Students: 37,592

QS rank: #174 =

Programs: 167

Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Nursing (MSc) award?

McMaster University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Nursing on completion of this programme.

How long does Nursing (MSc) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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