★ 76
QS World #40
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
- Founded
- 1909
2 Best Nursing Master's Universities Worldwide
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
2 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 63
QS World #176
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 46,000 – CAD 62,500/yr
- Founded
- 1887
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Which are the best universities in Canada for Master's Nursing?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Queensland, McMaster University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a Master's in Nursing cost in Canada?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Nursing in Canada?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Nursing at Master's level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Nursing at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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