Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of Nursing Science (Graduate Entry)
Award abbreviation: BNursScGE
QTAC code: 013411
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: GPA requirement
Duration: 2.3 years full-time (2 years full-time plus an 8-week block) or equivalent part-time
Commence:  Semester 1 (only part-time option available—3 years minimum)
                     Semester 2 (full-time option available—2.3 years minimum)
Study mode: on campus
Prerequisites:

• completion of an Australian undergraduate degree (unspecified) or equivalent degree from an international university; or
• completion of a nursing degree from an international university deemed by the profession to be equivalent to pre-registration standard; or
• completion of a certificate in nursing and a current license to practice as a registered nurse. Applicants in this category must be registered nurses with a current practicing certificate. Registered nurses without a current practicing certificate, should refer to the Bachelor of Nursing Science and may be eligible for advanced standing.

Recommended prior study: English
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check, Hepatitis B immunisation, First Aid and CPR training (refer to Program requirements)
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 192
USC program code: SC392
CRICOS code: 072637M. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

Fast-track a career in nursing with this accelerated graduate entry program.

This accelerated program is for people who already have an undergraduate degree or have met professional competence to apply for registration as a nurse. It builds on your prior knowledge and skills, and provides learning and practice opportunities. It has a philosophical foundation based on caring and community engagement, a strong foundation in science, and emphasises the integral nature of clinical experience to the development of competence in nursing. Graduates achieve the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for Registered Nurses.

Additional admission requirements

This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.

Refer to the English language requirements for more information.

Post-admission requirements

Before undertaking clinical placement, you are required to obtain and maintain a current First Aid and CPR Certificate, provide evidence of Hepatitis B vaccination, undergo a Criminal History Check and obtain a Suitability Card. Refer to Program requirements and notes.

Career opportunities

Nurse in acute care, armed forces, community, rural, mental health, Indigenous health, aged care and industry settings.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Graduates may also become members of the Royal College of Nursing Australia.

Registration

Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has a number of registration standards. Graduates must demonstrate that they meet these standards in order to be eligible for registration.

Graduates must demonstrate English language skills at IELTS level 7, with 7 in all subtests, or equivalent before being considered for professional registration.  Test results from relevant examinations will generally need to be obtained within two years.

Please visit the Nursing and Midwifery Board website  for full details of other requirements.

Enquiries

• Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
• Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice